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The Hardware Engineering Manager is responsible for leading a team of electrical and hardware engineers in the end-to-end design, development, testing, and deployment of remote retail systems. This role combines technical leadership with project management to ensure timely delivery of high-quality hardware solutions that align with strategic business goals. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong focus on continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibility 1: Team Leadership & Development

Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary hardware engineering team.

Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture that promotes technical excellence.

Responsibility 2: Hardware Design & Development

Oversee the design of PCB layouts, embedded systems, power supplies, and signal integrity.

Drive design verification, validation, and documentation processes to meet quality and safety standards.

Responsibility 3: Cross-functional Collaboration

Collaborate with software, mechanical, manufacturing, and product teams to ensure product integration and development alignment.

Responsibility 4: Project & Resource Management

Define project scopes, allocate resources, manage schedules, and ensure delivery on time and within quality targets.

Identify and proactively resolve technical bottlenecks and risks.

Responsibility 5: Regulatory & Quality Compliance

Ensure all hardware meets applicable safety, industry, and regulatory standards such as FCC, CE, and UL.

Maintain strong quality processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibility 6: Vendor and Tool Management

Evaluate and select external vendors, tools, and development technologies.

Work closely with contract manufacturers and apply DFM/DFT principles.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

10+ years of experience in hardware development.

Minimum of 5 years in a leadership or managerial role with a proven track record of delivering products from concept to production.

Skills

Strong experience in PCB design, analog/digital circuits, signal integrity, and embedded hardware.

Proficiency with tools such as Altium, OrCAD, SPICE simulators, and lab test equipment.

Familiarity with hardware development life cycles and best practices.

Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Certifications

None required; certifications in hardware or regulatory compliance are a plus.

Other

Experience working with contract manufacturers and understanding of DFM/DFT best practices. NetSuite project management experience is a plus.

Competencies

Competency 1: Technical Leadership

Ability to guide engineering teams through complex technical challenges from design to production.

Competency 2: Strategic Execution

Proven ability to drive execution of hardware initiatives while aligning with business priorities.

Competency 3: Quality and Compliance Focus

Strong understanding of industry standards and commitment to compliance and continuous improvement.

Competency 4: Collaboration

Skilled in building relationships and working effectively across disciplines and with external vendors.

Work Environment

Flexible work environment including on-site, hybrid, or remote options. Hands-on lab work and collaboration with cross-functional teams may require in-person attendance as needed. Occasional travel may be required. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Swyft Inc. by 2x Get notified about new Hardware Engineering Manager jobs in San Leandro, CA . San Francisco County, CA $176,000.00-$220,000.00 17 hours ago Sr. Director of Hardware Systems Engineering Palo Alto, CA $300,000.00-$380,000.00 2 weeks ago Mountain View, CA $168,000.00-$258,800.00 1 day ago San Mateo, CA $140,000.00-$220,000.00 2 weeks ago Livermore, CA $170,000.00-$188,000.00 6 days ago San Mateo, CA $160,000.00-$210,000.00 4 days ago Oakland, CA $165,374.00-$250,542.00 6 days ago San Francisco County, CA $176,000.00-$220,000.00 3 weeks ago Hardware Engineering Manager - SASE Products San Jose, CA $130,500.00-$300,000.00 2 months ago San Francisco, CA $210,000.00-$290,000.00 2 months ago Fremont, CA $162,000.00-$206,000.00 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $200,000.00-$250,000.00 3 months ago Staff Engineering Program Manager, Hardware San Francisco, CA $205,000.00-$260,000.00 1 day ago Fremont, CA $190,000.00-$200,000.00 1 week ago San Francisco, CA $220,000.00-$250,000.00 3 weeks ago Engineering Manager II, Desktop Experience Redwood City, CA $204,000.00-$255,000.00 1 week ago Engineering Manager, Core Infrastructure Mountain View, CA $245,000.00-$330,000.00 4 days ago Redwood City, CA $211,000.00-$263,500.00 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

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