Director of Autonomy Hardware

We are seeking a Director of Hardware - Autonomy to lead the development of next-generation autonomous vehicle hardware, where AI drives every aspect of the product. This executive role is responsible for defining and executing the hardware strategy, scaling engineering teams, and delivering safe, reliable, and high-performance autonomous systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the hardware vision and roadmap for autonomous vehicles, including sensors, compute platforms, power systems, and actuators that enable AI-driven autonomy.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing hardware engineering organization across mechanical, electrical, and embedded systems.
• Drive end-to-end hardware development from prototype to production, ensuring reliability, safety, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with software, AI, systems, and product teams to deliver fully integrated AI-powered autonomous solutions.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, partners, and research organizations to accelerate hardware innovation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and certification standards for autonomous vehicle platforms.

Key

Experience:

• Proven executive leadership experience in autonomous systems, robotics, or vehicle hardware.
• Deep expertise in mechanical, electrical, and embedded systems design for AI-enabled mobility platforms.
• Track record of taking complex hardware from prototype to production at scale.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker capable of translating AI-driven hardware vision into operational execution.

Compensation:

$250,000 – $320,000 base (plus equity and benefits)

Why Join:

• Lead hardware development at the cutting edge of AI-powered autonomous vehicle technology.
• Shape the future of mobility with a world-class, innovative engineering team.
• Opportunity to influence the design and deployment of next-generation autonomous vehicle platforms globally.