Engineering Manager, Embedded at Hatch

Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Consumer Electronics, Sleep Technology, IoTIndustries

Requirements

  • 10+ years of firmware engineering experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role
  • Hands-on leadership style with willingness to write code, unblock engineers, and make pragmatic technical decisions
  • Deep knowledge of firmware development for connected or IoT devices. Experience with ESP32/FreeRTOS is a plus
  • Proven experience leading end-to-end firmware development and release cycles for production hardware
  • Experience directly managing engineers, including hiring, performance management, and career development
  • Active interest in leveraging AI tools to improve development velocity and open new ways to deliver value to our customers
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to bridge technical and non-technical teams
  • Hardware design experience is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Build strong relationships with direct reports. Establish clear expectations, goals, and communication rhythms for the team
  • Contribute to and understand the firmware codebase
  • Learn the existing firmware development and release process
  • Take full ownership of the firmware development and release process. Identify issues, improve tools and workflows, and drive continuous improvement
  • Partner with backend, mobile, and QA teams to deliver working software
  • Champion engineering best practices, mentoring engineers and fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and innovation
  • Drive execution of firmware projects from concept through release, ensuring high quality, reliable, and timely delivery
  • Lead architectural and design reviews for all major firmware initiatives, defining and driving toward a long-term architectural north star
  • Own and continuously evolve the firmware roadmap in partnership with product and engineering leaders across the organization

Skills

Embedded Systems
Firmware Development
People Management
Technical Leadership
Firmware Release Process
Hardware Integration
Mobile App Integration
Backend Integration

Hatch

Develops technology for improving sleep quality

About Hatch

Hatch focuses on enhancing sleep quality through technology-driven devices suitable for all ages, from newborns to adults. Their main products, Hatch Rest and Hatch Restore, are designed to help families improve their sleep, and they have already assisted over half a million families. Hatch sells its products directly to consumers via its website and offers a subscription service that provides tailored sleep solutions, including personalized routines and exclusive content for better sleep hygiene. What sets Hatch apart from competitors is its emphasis on user-friendly technology that integrates easily into daily life, along with a 60-night money-back guarantee and a one-year warranty, which helps build customer trust. The company's goal is to make sleep easier and more effective for everyone.

Menlo Park, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$26.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Parental Leave
Mental Health Support
Family Planning Benefits
Remote Work Options
Home Office Stipend
Phone/Internet Stipend
Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition in the sleep technology market could erode Hatch's market share.
Consumer privacy concerns may impact Hatch's subscription service.
Supply chain disruptions could delay product launches like Restore 3.

Differentiation

Hatch offers innovative, all-in-one sleep solutions for all age groups.
The company provides a 60-night money-back guarantee and a one-year product warranty.
Hatch's products integrate seamlessly into daily routines with user-friendly technology.

Upsides

Growing interest in sleep technology among millennials and Gen Z boosts Hatch's market.
Hatch's new Restore 3 offers a phone-free, customizable sleep experience.
Rising awareness of sleep's importance for mental health increases demand for Hatch products.

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