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Staff Hardware Engineering Program Manager

Whoop · Boston, MA · On-site

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About Whoop

Backed by SoftBank VF and IVP.

About the role

Lead and align multi-disciplinary engineering teams, including Electrical, Mechanical, Firmware, Sensors and Manufacturing, to deliver new WHOOP hardware products. Manage the engineering project management team dedicated to your program domain, ensuring everyone on your team is working towards the same goals.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience in hardware product development
  • 8+ years of industry experience in consumer electronics
  • Previous management experience is preferred, but not required
  • Demonstrated success managing cross-functional hardware projects from development through market release with multiple products launched to date
  • Strong understanding of product component development cycles, lead times, and sourcing processes
  • Experience communicating with Hardware, Firmware, Manufacturing, and external partners both domestically and internationally
More about this role

At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock and inspire performance for life WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.

WHOOP is seeking a Staff Hardware Engineering Program Manager to lead the development of new products. This is a player-coach type role, involving both direct management and project management responsibilities. In this role, you will partner closely with Hardware, Software, Manufacturing, and Creative teams to deliver novel WHOOP hardware. You will be a vital part of the growing Hardware EPM team.

Lead and align multi-disciplinary engineering teams, including Electrical, Mechanical, Firmware, Sensors and Manufacturing, to deliver new WHOOP hardware products.

Manage the engineering project management team dedicated to your program domain, ensuring everyone on your team is working towards the same goals.

Build and maintain visibility to the sub-projects within your domain, advising executive leadership on prioritization and team allocation based on business needs.

Coordinate critical milestones with cross-functional partners, such as Product, Industrial Design, and UX.

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