Hardware Engineering Program Manager at Verkada

Taipei, Taiwan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Physical Security, Hardware, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields
Strong technical knowledge of electrical design, validation and manufacturing; SMT exposure is a plus
3+ years of experience in developing and manufacturing new electronics products
Must have completed at least one full hardware development cycle through product launch; FATP exposure is a major plus
8+ years of experience working with an overseas hardware supply chain
Excellent organizational skills and written and verbal communication; fluency in Mandarin is a plus
Flexible and adaptive in a fast-paced startup environment
Ability to travel internationally up to 20%
You must be independently authorized to work in Taiwan. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role, at this time

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end product development efforts; steer new programs from requirements definition through to validation, certification, ramp-up, and sustaining
Work closely with EE, ME, FW, and ID team members to craft and track program schedules and coordinate all deliverables
Leverage your engineering foundation to de-risk development and clear hurdles related to testing, line bring-up, SOPs, factory flow, yield, and more
Lead a wide variety of weekly meetings including vendor calls, internal team updates, and presentations with key leadership team members
Own the build plan and unit allocation leading up to product launches
Coordinate with Engineering, Product Managers, and Supply Chain team members to execute the launch plan
Serve as the key point of contact for an international network of manufacturing partners
Drive vendors towards aggressive schedules and ambitious objectives
Guide compliance efforts, sustaining work, and post-launch failure analysis efforts

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Program ManagementHardware DevelopmentElectrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringFirmwareIndustrial DesignManufacturingSupply ChainProduct LaunchTestingYield OptimizationFactory Operations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this Hardware Engineering Program Manager position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this role remote or does it require working in a specific location?

You must be independently authorized to work in Taiwan for this role.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

Requirements include a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields; strong technical knowledge of electrical design, validation, and manufacturing; 3+ years developing and manufacturing new electronics products; completion of at least one full hardware development cycle; and 8+ years working with overseas hardware supply chain.

What is the work environment like at Verkada?

The role is in a fast-paced startup environment where you will work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and product teams, and lead efforts with international manufacturing partners.

What makes a strong candidate for this Hardware Engineering Program Manager role?

Strong candidates have an engineering degree, experience completing full hardware development cycles, overseas supply chain expertise, technical knowledge in electrical design and manufacturing, plus fluency in Mandarin, SMT or FATP exposure.

Verkada

Provides integrated security solutions for enterprises

About Verkada

Verkada offers security solutions for businesses, focusing on hybrid cloud video surveillance, access control systems, and environmental sensors. Their video surveillance combines on-site cameras with cloud storage for secure and accessible monitoring, while the access control system provides insights into facility access. Verkada's products are designed to be easy to manage and scalable, making them suitable for large enterprises and institutions. The company aims to deliver comprehensive security management through hardware sales and subscription-based software services.

San Mateo, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$431.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Generous company paid medical, dental & vision insurance coverage

Unlimited paid time off & 11 companywide paid holidays

Wellness allowance

Commuter benefits

Healthy lunches and dinners provided daily

Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits

Risks

Increased competition may pressure Verkada's market share and pricing strategies.

Rapid EMEA expansion could strain operational resources and lead to mismanagement.

Integration with multiple partners may introduce security vulnerabilities and challenges.

Differentiation

Verkada offers a unified platform integrating video, access, and environmental monitoring.

Their hybrid cloud model ensures secure, accessible video surveillance from anywhere.

Verkada's solutions are scalable, catering to enterprises of all sizes and sectors.

Upsides

Growing demand for cloud-based security in education boosts Verkada's market potential.

Integration with AI-driven analytics enhances security insights and customer value.

Rising interest from Fortune 500 companies strengthens Verkada's enterprise client base.

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