Barn Owl Tech, Inc

Barn Owl is a profitable startup company with a clear path to high growth and continued success.. Strong technical expertise in hardware design, including analog and digital circuit design, PCB layout, and signal integrity analysis.. Proficiency in hardware design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro).. Solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Scrum, JIRA).. A flexible work environment – WFH + time in the office as necessary.

hardware engineering manager

About Barn Owl At Barn Owl (https://www.barnowl.tech/) we develop and deliver a vertically integrated camera platform, including wireless cameras, cellular connectivity, SaaS, and AI-powered analytics. Our solutions empower businesses and government agencies with automated monitoring and site security. Barn Owl is a profitable startup company with a clear path to high growth and continued success. If you are looking for a culture of Humble, Hungry, and Kind with a passion for developing great hardware, software, and systems in an exciting fast-moving environment, come join us! About the job: As a Hardware Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for designing, sourcing, developing, and testing hardware components and systems. These include wireless-connected cameras, solar panels, mounts, and components. You will be responsible for managing projects, allocating resources, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality hardware solutions. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, product managers, and quality assurance professionals, to drive innovation and meet business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Participate in all phases of the complete hardware development life cycle, from concept through product definition, sourcing, development, production, and sustainment. Manage the hardware engineering contractors and OEM/ODM vendors. Estimate resource requirements, create development timelines, set priorities for individual contributors, and communicate progress to senior management. Assist senior management in setting Engineering’s strategic direction. Identify new technologies to enhance department productivity, streamline development, and improve future product capabilities. Evaluate and propose solutions to system-level problems involving hardware. Estimate resource requirements and completion dates. Review the work of other engineers to verify that it meets acceptable standards. Provide technical support to the production group to facilitate product shipments and address product sustainment issues. Ensure hardware designs comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and certifications (e.g., FCC, CE, RoHS, cellular). Coordinate with the executive team to facilitate certification processes. Provide technical support to customers when they experience problems exceeding the capabilities of the customer service department. Collaborate and support other departments and customers as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. Proven experience (5+ years) in hardware engineering, with a track record of successfully leading hardware development projects. Strong technical expertise in hardware design, including analog and digital circuit design, PCB layout, and signal integrity analysis. Expertise in camera systems and cellular communications is desirable. Proficiency in hardware design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro). Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing engineering team. Solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Scrum, JIRA). Familiarity with regulatory requirements and certification processes for hardware products. Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders. What you get: Base compensation in the $120,000 - $140,000 range (commensurate with experience). A flexible work environment – WFH + time in the office as necessary. Equity stock options so that you can share in the company's long-term success. Competitive employee benefits include health and welfare as well as 401k with employer contribution and generous paid time off programs. A leadership team that is committed to your professional & personal growth and practices our Values of Humble, Hungry, and Kind. A great collaborative start-up environment where everybody has a voice. If you have a passion for helping to drive growth in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and are a results-driven, collaborative leader with a deep understanding of hardware engineering, we would love to hear from you.

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