Hardware NPI Program Manager Job at Sesame (Bellevue, San Francisco)

Npi Program Manager

We are seeking an experienced NPI Program Manager to join the New Product Introd...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

102100.00 - 202200.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field AND 2+ years experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations, program management, hardware development, or consumer electronics
OR equivalent experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations or a related area
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role
Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Job Responsibility

Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead engagements with engineering, data, and leadership stakeholders
drive end-to-end delivery of products and workflows from problem framing through adoption and measurable impact
Scale & Adoption: Establish reusable platforms, dashboards, and automations that scale across the product portfolio
influence PM operating norms and drive change management to ensure adoption
Data Foundation: Own the data model and information architecture that consolidates fragmented NPI inputs (Program POR, supplier/manufacturing data, engineering trackers, meeting notes) into clean, queryable sources of truth
Risk Foresight & Pattern Recognition: Deliver portfolio-level tooling that surfaces risks earlier and highlights cross-program patterns, enabling leadership to make mitigation decisions that balance business and operational objectives
Applied AI & Automation: Architect and ship LLM-based and agentic workflows for status synthesis, risk surfacing, action tracking, and cross-program reporting
set the technical patterns and guardrails others build on
Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the identification of opportunities for process improvements in new product introduction
Help execute strategies to enhance efficiency and quality in product development, production, and supply chain readiness.

Fulltime

Sr. Staff Technical Program Manager, NPI

The Sr. Staff Technical Program Manager, NPI is responsible for leading the sche...

Location

United States , Secaucus

Salary:

116500.00 - 155000.00 USD / Year

Sanmina

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical, or industrial preferred) and 8+ years technical program management experience in a manufacturing environment (alternatively a MS degree and 6+ years of experience)
Experience with manufacturing processes, hardware development processes, and product launch
Experience with continuous improvement / lean programs
Knowledge of server hardware fundamentals
Knowledge of production testing and firmware fundamentals
Ability to use problem-solving techniques to evaluate and propose solutions
Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, and MS Project)

Job Responsibility

Serve as the primary interface between global production sites, customer operations, and engineering teams in support of new product launch
Serve as the primary interface for the customer deliverables managed by NPI and resolve any conflicts that arise during the execution
Develop and execute launch plans to prepare the production system for new products, platforms, and customers
Lead the management of global site enablement for new products by creating a plan for factory readiness and driving conflict resolution to meeting the production timelines
Serve as the key interface between the customer and factory teams to drive enablement efforts across all ZT sites
Lead comprehensive manufacturing preparation activities, collaborating with manufacturing planning teams to create and implement effective timelines for new products, platforms, or customers
Collaborate with cross-functional manufacturing teams to align new product requirements with technical and professional resources
Identify gaps in new product launch processes across platforms and customers and drive continuous improvement projects to improve quality and accelerate time to market
Evaluate the technical requirements for new product programs and engage with engineering in developing manufacturing preparation plans
Engage NPI and manufacturing engineering in developing manufacturing risk assessments such as DFMs, Design for Test (DFT), and PFMEAs

What we offer

Competitive base salary
Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
401(k) retirement savings plan
Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
Parental leave and family care support programs
Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities

Fulltime

Senior Program Manager - NPI Team

Are you energized by defining the systems and AI strategy that transforms how a ...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

119800.00 - 234700.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field AND 4+ years experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations, program management, hardware development, or consumer electronics
OR equivalent experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations or a related area
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter

Job Responsibility

Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead engagements with engineering, data, and leadership stakeholders
drive end-to-end delivery of products and workflows from problem framing through adoption and measurable impact
Scale & Adoption: Establish reusable platforms, dashboards, and automations that scale across the product portfolio
influence PM operating norms and drive change management to ensure adoption
Data Foundation: Own the data model and information architecture that consolidates fragmented NPI inputs (build records, supplier data, engineering trackers, meeting notes) into clean, query able sources of truth
Risk Foresight & Pattern Recognition: Deliver portfolio-level tooling that surfaces risks earlier and highlights cross-program patterns, enabling leadership to make mitigation decisions that balance business and operational objectives
Applied AI & Automation: Architect and ship LLM-based and agentic workflows for status synthesis, risk surfacing, action tracking, and cross-program reporting
set the technical patterns and guardrails others build on
Mentorship & Capability Building: Mentor PMs and partners on data, automation, and applied AI practices
raise the technical bar of the NPI PM function

Technical Program Manager, Hardware

As a Technical Program Manager for Hardware NPI you’ll drive execution across cr...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

159800.00 - 235000.00 USD / Year

DoorDash

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of experience in hardware program management, with a track record of delivering complex electromechanical or robotics systems into production
Deep understanding of hardware product development processes, including PLM, PDP, and NPI methodologies
Hands-on experience working with contract manufacturers, from early development builds through to high-volume production
Familiarity with a range of manufacturing processes including PCBA (SMT), injection molding, die casting, and complex system integration
Excellent technical fluency, capable of facilitating trade-offs and understanding implications across ME, EE, firmware, and controls domains
Strong organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple workstreams, dependencies, and cross-functional stakeholders
Exceptional communication and reporting skills
able to deliver clarity and alignment in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
A Bachelor’s or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field

Job Responsibility

Own and drive complex hardware and autonomy programs from concept to production, with cross-functional scope across mechanical, electrical, GNC, and firmware systems
Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts, managing build plans, integration milestones, and transfer to contract manufacturing
Serve as the central node for coordinating design, manufacturing, validation, and supplier execution across multiple internal and external teams
Define and track program timelines, critical paths, and risk mitigation strategies across all technical disciplines
Partner with engineering leads to ensure technical decisions align with schedule and manufacturing constraints
Communicate program status, risks, and decisions to stakeholders at both engineering and executive levels
Help build robust manufacturing plans, including DFM/DFA alignment, pilot builds, and supply chain readiness

What we offer

401(k) plan with employer matching
16 weeks of paid parental leave
wellness benefits
commuter benefits match
paid time off
paid sick leave
medical, dental, and vision benefits
11 paid holidays
disability and basic life insurance
family-forming assistance

Fulltime

Technical Program Manager, Hardware Systems

The Compute team works on the design of our AI supercomputers, doing everything ...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

207000.00 - 335000.00 USD / Year

OpenAI

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Impressive track record of leading complex projects from concept to launch
Ability to work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of programs
Creative, detail-oriented, and self-motivated individual
Stay up to date on industry trends and technologies
Experience driving development timelines for new platform introduction and manage internal review process
Design thermal management hardware including material selection, heat sinks, heat exchangers, air movers, pumps, and all supporting equipment
Comfortable with ambiguity and rapidly changing conditions

Job Responsibility

Drive technical initiatives to ensure product success from concept to launch
Lead technical program management of next-gen AI hardware system development
Lead the team to establish NPI product development process, defining clear milestones and deliverables
Drive internal process improvements across multiple terms and functions
Provide hands-on program management during analysis, design, development, testing, implementation and post implementation phases
Own overall program success spanning the end to end development of the hardware product
Develop and manage overall program requirement, scope, schedules, and deliverables with engineering teams, partners and stakeholders
Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of programs
Utilize problem-solving skills to resolve issues and overcome obstacles, perform risk assessment, risk mitigation and change management on projects
Manage multiple projects simultaneously

What we offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, or more, as required by applicable state or local law)
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible

Fulltime

Platform Technical Program Manager - NPI

Etched is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead board-level New Product In...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

175000.00 - 250000.00 USD / Year

Etched

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline
5+ years of experience in technical program management, hardware NPI, or manufacturing program leadership for PCBAs or complex electronic assemblies
Hands-on experience working with contract manufacturers for board-level builds, including EVT/DVT/PVT and volume production
Strong understanding of PCB fabrication, SMT assembly, board-level test, and manufacturing quality systems
Experience managing cross-functional hardware programs involving EE, PD, SI, test, supply chain, and operations
Comfort operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with high technical and executional complexity
Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to align internal teams and external manufacturing partners

Job Responsibility

Lead board-level NPI programs from design freeze through EVT, DVT, PVT, and volume ramp, with clear ownership of schedules, risks, and deliverables
Serve as the primary interface to contract manufacturers for PCBA and board assembly, driving build planning, execution, and issue resolution
Drive manufacturing readiness reviews with engineering and CMs, including DFM/DFA, test strategy, and factory bring-up
Coordinate CM activities across PCB fabrication, SMT assembly, test, and final board integration
Manage BOM readiness, AVL qualification, and component sourcing in partnership with supply chain and CMs
Own change management during NPI, including ECO tracking, revision control, and communication of changes to manufacturing partners
Plan and execute prototype, pilot, and production builds, tracking yield, defects, and corrective actions through ramp
Identify manufacturing risks related to design, process, or supply chain
develop mitigation plans and drive closure
Establish and track KPIs for board-level manufacturing, including yield, first-pass success, cycle time, and quality escapes

What we offer

Medical, dental, and vision packages with generous premium coverage
$500 per month credit for waiving medical benefits
Housing subsidy of $2k per month for those living within walking distance of the office
Relocation support for those moving to San Jose (Santana Row)
Various wellness benefits covering fitness, mental health, and more
Daily lunch + dinner in our office

Fulltime

Senior Hardware Program Manager

Are you passionate about creating amazing devices that empower people to achieve...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

119800.00 - 234700.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree AND 5+ years experience in product/service/program management or software development OR equivalent experience
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering with wireless communication systems emphasis
Professional RF design experience with basic understanding of antenna and conducted RF engineering processes
3+ years of direct experience shipping multiple cellular enabled devices with recent certification experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in deploying and adapting lean processes in a dynamic organization
Basic understanding of wireless system verification processes, mobile operator and industry (such as GCF, PTCRB, WFA and BTSig) certifications
Moderate technical understanding of modern wireless communication systems and device side architectures
Basic understanding 3GPP/3GPP2 air interface protocols such as 5G-NR, 802.11 air interfaces, Bluetooth, GNSS, NFC, UWB and hybrid wireless location technologies

Job Responsibility

Align with the device program team on overarching business goals and high-level requirements
Define wireless non-functional requirements to ensure device within the business constraints
Coordinate with program and software teams to ensure bottom-up schedules merge with the program top-down schedules
Align with the certifications team to ensure accurate requirements for launch window carrier and industry and regulatory requirements
Partner with managers, leads, and cross‑functional teams to build and adapt program execution plans and schedules, aligning closely with validation and certification groups to ensure smooth, on‑time delivery and proactively mitigate risks
Ensure cross-functional and cross-organizational alignment throughout all phases of the program
Adapt where necessary for specific programs, but maximize commonality for multiple program efficiencies
Ensure proper critical design reviews by relevant teams (DFx, etc.) and members strategic partners as needed
Facilitate coordination with the manufacturing test team and the NPI team to ensure proper device specific test fixture delivery and to ensure efficient production and yield ramps
Coordinate with the sourcing team to confirm viable key, long lead time, and second source component strategy

Fulltime

NPI Program Manager

Meta’s Infrastructure organization is seeking an experienced New Product Introdu...

Location

United States , Fremont

Salary:

140000.00 - 198000.00 USD / Year

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