Strategic Project Lead - PCB & AI Platforms (Remote)
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Role Overview
Lead end-to-end PCB and embedded-system hardware development projects from concept through production.
Coordinate cross-functional teams covering PCB layout, embedded firmware, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing partners.
Define project scope, timelines, and resource allocation while ensuring technical and business requirements are met.
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Role Overview
Lead end-to-end PCB and embedded-system hardware development projects from concept through production.
Coordinate cross-functional teams covering PCB layout, embedded firmware, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing partners.
Define project scope, timelines, and resource allocation while ensuring technical and business requirements are met.
Location and Work Arrangement
- The position is remote and described as work from anywhere.
Job Type and Compensation
- The role is full-time.
- Compensation is listed as $400K-$550K per year.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute project plans for PCB and embedded-system designs aligned with business objectives and technical feasibility.
- Lead collaboration among hardware engineers, firmware developers, and vendors to deliver prototypes within budget.
- Manage PCB layout reviews, signal integrity analysis, and component selection for performance and manufacturability.
- Establish and monitor KPIs for project progress, risk mitigation, and quality assurance.
- Present technical and business updates to stakeholders, including executive leadership, to secure approvals and resources.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 7 years of PCB design and embedded-systems development experience, including at least 3 years in project leadership or management.
- Proficiency with Altium Designer, KiCad, or Cadence Allegro.
- Embedded firmware development experience in C/C++ and debugging with JTAG or logic analyzers.
- Knowledge of IPC-2221, IPC-A-610, and UL certification processes.
- Understanding of signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal management in PCB layouts.
- Experience with Git, Confluence, Jira, manufacturing processes, DFM, and supply chain coordination.
- Ability to assess technical risks and balance cost, schedule, and performance trade-offs.
Opportunity Context
The role contributes to next-generation embedded systems for commercial and industrial applications.
The position involves direct engagement with senior leadership to shape project roadmaps and drive hardware-design innovation.
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