Hardware Programme Manager – Photonics & AI Infra

Salience Labs Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Salience Labs Ltd is seeking a highly capable Programme/Project Manager to own and drive cross‑functional hardware programmes from design through tape‑out, fabrication, test and qualification. You will translate complex engineering constraints into clear plans, manage dependencies with external partners and suppliers, and lead regular reviews with data‑led reporting.

This fast‑paced, deep‑tech environment rewards ownership, disciplined execution and clear communication with engineers and

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Physics or closely related technical discipline
• Experience delivering complex technical programmes or projects in hardware, photonics, electronics or similar deep-tech environments
• Engineering background with hands-on technical experience before moving into programme or project management
• Strong understanding of hardware development lifecycles from design to qualification
• Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and external partners or foundries

Responsibilities

• Own the delivery of cross-functional technical programmes from planning through milestone completion
• Build and maintain integrated plans, timelines and critical paths across photonics, electronics, firmware, test and packaging
• Translate technical requirements and constraints into clear scope, priorities and deliverables
• Identify, track and resolve risks, dependencies and blockers early
• Coordinate tape-outs, fabrication runs and build cycles with external foundries and partners
• Run programme reviews, stand-ups and gates with clear actions and accountability
• Report progress and risks to engineering leads and senior leadership with data-led clarity
• Define test readiness, qualification plans and release criteria with engineering teams
• Manage supplier and partner schedules and communication
• Continuously improve programme management processes and tooling
• Maintain documentation of decisions, plans and status

Job description

Salience Labs Ltd is seeking a highly capable Programme/Project Manager to own and drive cross‑functional hardware programmes from design through tape‑out, fabrication, test and qualification. You will translate complex engineering constraints into clear plans, manage dependencies with external partners and suppliers, and lead regular reviews with data‑led reporting.

This fast‑paced, deep‑tech environment rewards ownership, disciplined execution and clear communication with engineers and