Hardware Program Manager - Manufacturing & Operations

Akraya, Inc.; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya, Inc. is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the development and manufacturing of large-scale consumer hardware products in Mountain View.

You will partner with production and operations teams to manage schedules, drive cross-functional initiatives, and ensure on-time delivery to market in a hybrid work setting. The role requires 5+ years in program management for hardware, a manufacturing background, and strong supply chain knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of program management experience in hardware, manufacturing, or operations.
• Experience with large-scale production environments.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain and production scheduling.
• Proven history of delivering hardware products on time and within scope.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end program management for consumer hardware products from development through launch.
• Coordinate with production teams to set timelines and manage dependencies.
• Optimize operations to meet targets and scale manufacturing.
• Serve as central point of contact between engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and leadership.
• Identify risks early and implement mitigation plans.
• Track program metrics and provide status updates.

Skills

Project management

Consumer hardware products

Cross-functional communication

Vendor management

Manufacturing

Operations Management

Job description

Akraya, Inc. is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the development and manufacturing of large-scale consumer hardware products in Mountain View.

You will partner with production and operations teams to manage schedules, drive cross-functional initiatives, and ensure on-time delivery to market in a hybrid work setting. The role requires 5+ years in program management for hardware, a manufacturing background, and strong supply chain knowledge.