Senior Hardware Systems Technical Program Manager
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Engineering
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, Hardware Engineer
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About Us
At RADAR, we're transforming the way the world thinks about physical retail. RADAR has raised over $104M from top investors, retailers, and strategics and works with some of the world's top billion-dollar global retailers. We’re building the future of in-store experience where every product and every person can be precisely located in real time.
About Us
At RADAR, we're transforming the way the world thinks about physical retail. RADAR has raised over $104M from top investors, retailers, and strategics and works with some of the world's top billion-dollar global retailers. We’re building the future of in-store experience where every product and every person can be precisely located in real time.
Our platform combines RFID and AI to unlock hyper-accurate product visibility and automation m real-time inventory tracking to seamless checkout experiences, our technology empowers some of the world’s largest retailers to streamline operations, reduce loss, and elevate both employee and customer experiences.
We’re a fast-growing, mission-driven startup where bold ideas, collaboration, and impact are at the core of everything we do. Join us as we reshape the physical world with digital precision, starting with retail and expanding far beyond!
About The Job
We are seeking an experienced Hardware Technical Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams in the development and delivery of innovative RFID hardware solutions from concept to mass production. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in hardware development with strong program management skills to drive successful product development and launch. This is a hybrid role based in our San Diego office location.
There will be up to 20% travel throughout the year to visit our contract manufacturer site in Mexico.
Responsibilities
- Lead hardware development programs through the entire product lifecycle, including requirements management, architectural design, proof of concept, prototyping, ramp, sustaining engineering, and end of life
- Create and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets for NPI programs, sustaining programs, and hardware technologies at both the high level 10k foot view, as well as detailed micro-schedule view for critical activities where needed
- Drive hardware development through rigorous POC, Proto, EVT, DVT, and PVT phases at our contract manufacturer while ensuring quality, manufacturability, and product KPIs are met with clear exit criteria per phase
- Facilitate effective communication EE, ME, RF, SW/FW, Tech Ops, Systems Eng, Supply Chain, and Deployment Operations
- Identify and mitigate technical and program issues and risks through proactive strategic planning, prioritization, and collaboration
- Manage potential vendor relationships, component selection, and supplier qualification
- Present regular status updates to executive stakeholders and XFN leaders
ABOUT YOU
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
- 3+ years of experience in hardware program management, preferably in RFID, IoT, or consumer electronics
- 2+ years of experience as a hardware engineer
- Demonstrated expertise in managing the complete hardware product development cycle and successfully transitioning products from engineering to mass production
- Experience with test plan development and execution for each validation phase
- Solid understanding of hardware design processes (OK2
Fab, OK2
Tool, change management, risk management, etc.) - Working knowledge of RFID and wireless technology
- Working knowledge of DFM and DFT methodologies
- Proficient with project management tools and methodologies, including Smartsheet, Jira, and PLM software
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving…
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