Senior Hardware TPM for Robotics & AI Systems

Rhoda; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhoda AI is hiring a Senior/Staff TPM for hardware who will own the end-to-end hardware program lifecycle, from integration through EVT/DVT and early customer deployment. You will collaborate with mechanical, electronics, firmware, AI, and manufacturing teams to ensure on-time, high-quality builds.

The role demands deep technical leadership, risk awareness, and the ability to drive complex programs in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years hardware program mgmt in robotics or electromechanical systems
• Proven ownership of EVT/DVT/PVT cycles
• Strong understanding of actuator architectures, embedded systems, and safety-rated motion control

Responsibilities

• Own IMS and drive EVT to DVT readiness
• Coordinate system integration milestones and align hardware freeze with AI/controls needs
• Manage long-lead items, tooling, and DFM with manufacturers
• Maintain risk register and elevate blockers with fast decisions
• Lead weekly cross-functional reviews across mechanical, electronics, firmware, controls, and supply chain

Skills

Hardware program mgmt

EVT/DVT ownership

System integration

Risk management

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

Rhoda AI is hiring a Senior/Staff TPM for hardware who will own the end-to-end hardware program lifecycle, from integration through EVT/DVT and early customer deployment. You will collaborate with mechanical, electronics, firmware, AI, and manufacturing teams to ensure on-time, high-quality builds.

The role demands deep technical leadership, risk awareness, and the ability to drive complex programs in a fast-paced startup environment.