Hardware Engineering Manager

• Lead the development of industry-leading camera and sensor hardware for mobile mapping
• Help define and execute the hardware technology roadmap, balancing innovation, cost, quality, and delivery predictability
• Partner with Principal Engineers and Product Owners to ensure high standards of system architecture and build quality
• Evaluate emerging sensors, AI technologies, and tools in the machine vision and robotics space
• Own hardware project delivery commitments on time, on budget, and fully accountable
• Establish clear definitions of done, realistic estimates, and transparent progress reporting
• Drive root cause analysis for hardware and deployment issues, implementing long-term fixes
• Manage suppliers, manufacturing partners, and component costs with relentless scrutiny
• Proactively identify and mitigate technical, schedule, and supply-chain risks
• Work closely with product, firmware, systems, and software teams to manage dependencies
• Communicate clearly with senior leadership on progress, risks, and decisions
• Foster a high-performing, inclusive, and accountable engineering culture
• Help build and grow a hardware team capable of supporting scaled manufacturing and servicing
• Encourage collaboration, rapid iteration, and continuous improvement

Technologies:

• AI
• CTO
• FPGA
• Firmware
• Hardware
• Support
• Mobile
• Robotics, We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager (Hardware) to lead the hardware development and manufacturing portfolio for cutting-edge camera and LiDAR mobile mapping systems. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines technical innovation with operational excellence. You will work closely with our CTO and play a critical role in scaling our manufacturing capabilities to support our fast-growing business. We offer an opportunity to shape the future of hardware manufacturing in a dynamic environment where technology, AI, robotics, and geospatial solutions intersect. Join us and make a real impact in a culture that values equality and diversity.

• Technical degree (e.g. Electronic Engineering, Computer Science) or equivalent hands-on experience
• Experience in technical operations, hardware delivery, or project coordination role
• Strong understanding of hardware development lifecycles and issue tracking
• Experience implementing robust processes for task management, risk control, and delivery
• Supplier management experience, including cost and quality analysis
• Highly desirable: Experience with imaging systems (e.g. rolling/global shutters, FPGA, SoM, sensor interfaces)
• Highly desirable: Experience working across hardware-software development cycles
• Highly desirable: Familiarity with budgeting and financial planning in a technology environment