[Hiring] Hardware NPI Project Manager @Object First

Role Description

We are seeking a remote Hardware NPI Project Manager to drive the operational readiness and on-time deployment of new hardware products. This individual contributor will serve as the primary liaison between internal and external teams, coordinating launch plans, dependencies, approvals, risks, and deliverables from development through production deployment. The role also owns approved hardware configuration and BOM updates along with targeted post-launch lifecycle support. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, highly organized project manager with a strong ownership mindset who can drive execution across teams and communicate comfortably on hardware configurations and other technical topics without being the engineering subject-matter expert.

Key Responsibilities

• Hardware NPI Project Management:
  • Lead cross-functional coordination for new hardware launches, serving as the primary liaison among Product, Engineering, Operations, Marketing, vendors, and suppliers.
  • Build and maintain integrated launch plans, readiness checklists, milestones, owners, and deliverables.
  • Identify and assess launch risks, assign and track mitigation actions, escalate blockers when needed, and follow open issues through resolution.
  • Coordinate the transition from development to production and deployment.
  • Coordinate hardware validation and test cycles while Engineering retains responsibility for technical test criteria and approval.
• BOM Management and Lifecycle Support:
  • Own and maintain the hardware Bill of Materials (BOM) as the operational source of record.
  • Coordinate the BOM change-control process by documenting Engineering-approved changes.
  • Track cost impacts associated with approved BOM changes.
  • Provide targeted coordination for lifecycle transitions.
• Support & Quality Coordination:
  • Serve as the coordination point for significant hardware-related support issues.
  • Monitor hardware issues, returns, and warranty trends; identify recurring patterns.
• Metrics & Reporting:
  • Track and report launch readiness, milestone completion, schedule adherence, and selected post-launch quality trends.
  • Monitor RMA volume, warranty usage, and hardware cost drivers.
  • Prepare concise status summaries and actionable insights.
• Process Improvement:
  • Identify and support cross-functional process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• 4+ years of experience managing cross-functional hardware launches, NPI programs, hardware operations projects, or similar initiatives.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Project management capabilities, including integrated planning and risk management.
• Ability to discuss technical details with Engineering and translate them into clear project actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-changing, remote environment.
• Professional fluency in written and spoken English.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred

• Experience maintaining BOMs or hardware configuration records.
• Experience with data center hardware, storage systems, or other complex hardware products.
• Experience using hardware quality, warranty, or RMA data to identify trends.

Key Competencies

• Takes ownership of commitments and communicates early when timelines or outcomes are at risk.
• Builds alignment across teams, even when priorities differ.
• Uses data and attention to detail to validate readiness and support decisions.
• Creates repeatable processes while adapting plans quickly.
• Balances speed, accuracy, and flexibility to keep launches moving.

Benefits

• High-growth global IT company.
• Competitive benefits (medical, dental, vision from day one, 401(k)).
• Paid annual leave & unlimited flexible PTO.
• Flexible, remote-friendly work setup.
• Modern equipment provided.
• Growth and development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity & Data Privacy

Object First is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in our teams and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. By applying for this position, you consent to the processing of your personal data for recruitment purposes, in accordance with applicable data protection laws and Object First's privacy practices.

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