Engineering Program Manager Consumer Electronics Hardware San Jose CA

JobCubby; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

JobCubby in San Jose, CA is seeking an Engineering Program Manager to lead Android XR hardware platform development from concept to production. This onsite role engages cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, manufacturing and suppliers to coordinate hardware NPI builds and milestones.

The role emphasizes strong stakeholder management, lifecycle oversight, and leadership in phase-gate reviews to drive timely product launches and continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in hardware engineering program management.
• 5+ years in hardware EPM, product design engineering, or related roles.
• Strong consumer electronics hardware experience is required.
• Hands-on experience with hardware NPI build management.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development of Android XR hardware platforms.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, operations, manufacturing and suppliers.
• Manage hardware NPI builds and product development milestones.
• Own program schedules, budgets, resource planning and risk management.
• Lead phase-gate reviews to ensure successful product launches.
• Coordinate with global development partners and manage build execution.
• Resolve technical and program risks while keeping projects on schedule.
• Drive process improvements to enhance development efficiency.

Skills

Hardware EPM

NPI Build Management

Lifecycle Management

Stakeholder Management

Cross-functional Leadership

Travel up to 20%

Android XR hardware

Job description

Engineering Program Manager – Consumer Electronics Hardware

Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite)

Employment Type: W2 Only

NO OPT/CPT

Are you passionate about bringing cutting-edge consumer hardware products to life? We're looking for an experienced Engineering Program Manager (EPM) to lead the development of next-generation Android XR hardware platforms. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cross-functional engineering teams and drive innovative products from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development of Android XR hardware platforms.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, operations, manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Manage hardware NPI (New Product Introduction) builds and product development milestones.
• Own program schedules, budgets, resource planning, and risk management.
• Lead phase-gate reviews and ensure successful product launches.
• Coordinate with global development partners and manage build execution.
• Resolve technical and program risks while keeping projects on schedule.
• Drive process improvements to enhance product development efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of overall professional experience.
• 5+ years of Hardware Engineering Program Management, Product Design Engineering, or related experience.
• Strong Consumer Electronics Hardware experience (required).
• Hands-on experience with Hardware NPI Build Management.
• Experience managing the complete product development lifecycle and phase-gate process.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 20%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience shipping high-volume consumer electronic products.
• Supplier development and manufacturing experience.
• Budget planning and scheduling expertise.
• Strong presentation and executive communication skills.