> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2072733-senior-hardware-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2072733-senior-hardware-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Hardware Manager - **Company:** Hewlett-Packard Enterprise - **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $174,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Engineering, Hardware Design, Software Engineering, Hardware Testing, Routing & Switching, Pcb Layout - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://hpe.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Jobsathpe/job/Sunnyvale-California-United-States-of-America/Senior-Hardware-Manager_1209422-2 ## About the Role We are looking for a highly skilled and dynamic Senior Hardware Manager to join our team and lead the hardware development and release processes. This role is ideal for someone with a minimum of 7-10 years of management experience in the Networking/Communications hardware industry, including hands-on expertise with Contract Manufacturing (CM) and Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) development methodologies. As a Senior Hardware Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the design, development, and manufacturing of hardware products, while ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness throughout the lifecycle., * Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. * Experience: 7-10 years of management experience in hardware development, with hands-on experience in Contract Manufacturing (CM) and Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) development methodologies. * Strong background in of hardware design, prototyping, and manufacturing processes, including Board design, high-power SoC based systems, and CPU subsystem design. * Proven track record of managing product development for Networking (Switching/Routing/Security) Systems. * Excellent understanding of supply chain management, production schedules, and cost optimization. * Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams. * Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and lead teams to meet deadlines and business objectives * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate and manage vendor, partner, and customer relationships. * Strong problem-solving skills, ability to troubleshoot complex hardware development challenges, and attention to detail., * Experience in managing complex, high-speed design including high-speed interconnects, high power and high thermal products is strongly preferred * Experience in emerging technologies like liquid cooled systems, latest optical transceiver technologies like CPO, CPC is strongly desired * Knowledge of software and firmware development processes as they relate to hardware. ## Description This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office., * Lead, manage, and mentor a hardware development team, ensuring high performance, innovation, and effective collaboration across design, engineering, and manufacturing teams. * Oversee the entire hardware lifecycle from concept through production, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. * Work closely with CM/ODM partners to drive hardware design, manufacturing and assembly processes, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely production. * Collaborate with hardware and software architects, software development and test teams, and product management teams to define hardware requirements, specifications, and timelines. * Ensure hardware meets product requirements by managing bring-up and lab testing activities * Drive DVT testing, validation, and certification processes. * Identify and mitigate risks associated with hardware design, production, and supply chain issues. * Oversee the development of hardware prototypes with focus on continuous improvement and eventual release to production. * Drive and participate in reviews of design documentation, schematics and PCB designs, and hardware test plans. * Develop and implement processes to improve hardware performance, reliability, and manufacturability. ## Related Videos - [Quantum Computing - The tiny and the big challenges](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/934-quantum-computing-the-tiny-and-the-big-challenges) - [Breaking the Hardware Mindset: Overcoming Barriers to System-Level Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1635-breaking-the-hardware-mindset-overcoming-barriers-to-system-level-innovation) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Fake or News: Coding on a Phone, Emotional Support Toasters, ChatGPT Weddings and more - Anselm Hannemann](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1790-fake-or-news-coding-on-a-phone-emotional-support-toasters-chatgpt-weddings-and-more-anselm-hannemann) ## Related Articles - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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