Director of Hardware Engineering

IntelliShift; New York (NY); Remote; USD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company seeks a Director of Hardware Engineering to lead the development of cutting-edge devices that enhance customer experiences. This pivotal role involves defining a compelling device strategy, managing a talented team, and collaborating with external partners to ensure high-quality hardware solutions. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, you will drive the success of new products that align with the company's long-term goals. If you are passionate about hardware engineering and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company-subsidized medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with 4% company contribution

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a hardware product leader.
• Deeply involved in asset tracking and AI Dash Camera development.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the product vision for hardware devices.
• Collaborate with executive team to align product goals with business objectives.

Skills

Hardware Product Leadership

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Portfolio Management

Asset Tracking

AI Dash Cameras

Vendor Management

Product Strategy Development

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Director of Hardware Engineering to lead a team focused on devices that support the IntelliShift Platform. As the Director of Hardware Engineering, you will be pivotal in defining the company's device strategy and success by building new devices or working with device partners that enable IntelliShift to provide a best-in-class solution in our core Ideal Customer Profile and that helps IntelliShift achieve its long-term goals.

This is a full-time, remote, US-based salaried position with occasional travel to our NY HQ, tradeshows, or customer sites.


What You'll Do

• Define, communicate and execute the product vision to build a compelling device strategy that aligns to the goals of IntelliShift
• Collaborate with the executive team to align product goals with overall business objectives
• Craft the long-term strategy and lead execution of strategic initiatives as it relates to hardware
• Work closely with external hardware vendors suppliers
• Manage a group of internal Hardware Engineers, Vehicle Data Engineers and Hardware QA Team
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a world-class team with a focus on growth
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team
• Develop detailed hardware and firmware specifications to external hardware vendors, internal Hardware Engineers and QA team
• Work closely with our software Product Management team to understanding of our customers' wants and needs to enable a world-class customer experience delivered through the IntelliShift hardware
• Work with leaders cross-functionally to plan and execute strategic initiatives
  
  
  

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or relevant experience
• Deeply involved in the development and portfolio management for various asset trackers and AI Dash Cameras
• 8+ years as a hardware product leader. Asset tracking & AI Dash Camera experience is a plus
• Technical, understanding the intricacies of decisions that are made that impact hardware, firmware, and software to balance tradeoffs and support innovation
• Working closely with ODM's and other vendors to ensure quality hardware and firmware
• Created and delivered high-impact product strategies and have brought successful products to market
• Consistently developed fresh approaches to hardware development by starting from the basics and thinking creatively rather than just following existing models
• To succeed in your role, staying hands on and getting into the details is critical
  
  
  

The values you'll live by as part of the team:

• Customer-Obsessed- Our customers are at the center of everything we do. When they win, we win. We're more than just a vendor; we're committed partners
• No-Box Innovation- Forget thinking outside the box—what box? We embrace bold ideas and build what hasn't been built before to drive our customers and ourselves forward
• Growth Through Friction- Not all friction is bad. We challenge inefficiencies, drive innovation, push for a stronger business, and break through limits
• Trust Through Action- Promises don't build trust—actions do. We lead with transparency, act with integrity, and stay committed to always doing right by those we work with
• Own It- Every action matters, so make it count. We are accountable for our work, own our outcomes, and always strive to make a positive difference
  
  
  

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, commensurate with experience; $160-170k. We also offer outstanding benefits to simplify the lives of our employees and show them how much we appreciate their contributions. IntelliShift provides company-subsidized medical insurance for all employees (and largely subsidized coverage for families), dental, vision, and 401K with a 4% company contribution. This is a remote full-time, salaried position with occasional travel to our NY HQ, tradeshows, and customer site throughout the country.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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