Hardware Engineering Program Specialist

About the role

As a Hardware Engineering Program Specialist, you'll help drive the development of Verkada's next generation of hardware products. Working alongside experienced Engineering Program Managers and cross-functional engineering teams, you'll support programs from early development through product launch while building the technical and operational skills needed to grow into a Program Manager role.

What You'll Do

• Support the planning and execution of new hardware development programs from prototype through production.
• Partner with Electrical, Mechanical, Firmware, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to keep projects on track.
• Track schedules, milestones, risks, and action items across multiple hardware programs.
• Cook up engineering builds, prototype logistics, and validation activities.
• Aid in product bring-up, manufacturing readiness, and new product introductions.
• Help identify risks, remove blockers, and communicate project updates to stakeholders.
• Prepare project status updates and presentations for engineering leadership.
• Work with domestic and international manufacturing partners throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Travel internationally up to 20% to support new product introductions and manufacturing activities.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Physics
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, research, or full-time experience are all considered)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects through internships, research, student organizations, athletics, or other leadership experiences
• Passion for consumer electronics, hardware development, and manufacturing
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 20%

Employee Benefits

• Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs
• Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options
• Expanded mental health support
• Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
• Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time
• Professional development stipend
• Wellness/fitness benefits
• Healthy lunches provided daily
• Commuter benefits

Annual Pay Range

The estimated annual on-target earnings (OTE) range for full-time employees for this position, comprised of base compensation and commissions (if applicable), is $95,000—$140,000 USD.

Additional Information

• We do sponsor and take over sponsorship of employment visas for this role.
• If we make you an offer, we will make every reasonable effort to get you a visa.