Why join our Dallas R&D team?

• Work on next generation residential gateways and Wi Fi technologies deployed worldwide
• Be part of a global R&D organization with strong local ownership and decision-making
• Collaborate with hardware, RF, software, mechanical, and chipset partners
• See your designs go from concept to mass production
• Thrive in a fast paced, innovative, and multicultural environment We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Hardware Manager to lead the definition, architecture, and development of next-generation residential broadband products.

In this strategic leadership role, you will drive hardware innovation, guide technical direction, and manage high-performing engineering teams delivering cutting-edge connectivity solutions. As a key member of the R&D leadership team, you will own the end-to-end hardware strategy and architecture of broadband products, from early technology scouting to product industrialization. You will lead cross-functional teams, drive innovation, and ensure alignment between technical execution and business objectives.

Your responsibilities will include:

Product Strategy & Technology Leadership

• Lead technology scouting and maintain a strong technology watch on broadband silicon and wireless trends (Wi-Fi evolution, coexistence, power efficiency, performance optimization).
• Define and drive chipset and platform selection (SoC, Wi-Fi, connectivity, memory, power management) based on performance, cost, lifecycle, and roadmap alignment.
• Co-define product specifications with Product Management, ensuring alignment with market needs, standards, and customer requirements. Act as a technical leader in innovation, driving differentiation and new product concepts.
• Partner with Procurement to evaluate cost structures, sourcing risks, and long-term component availability. System & Hardware Architecture
• Own and define system and hardware architecture across broadband product lines, ensuring scalability and reuse across generations.
• Lead high-level hardware design activities, including: ◦ PCB partitioning and functional allocation across one or multiple boards ◦ System block diagrams and pre-placement definition ◦ Mechanical form factor alignment with market and customer expectations
• Collaborate closely with RF and mechanical teams to ensure optimal integration and performance.
• Ensure architectural decisions consider: ◦ EMC/EMI and RF constraints ◦ Thermal and mechanical integration ◦ Manufacturability and cost (Design-to-Cost)
• Drive early BOM estimation and product cost analysis in collaboration with Procurement. Engineering Leadership & Execution
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary hardware engineering team.
• Define priorities, allocate resources, and monitor execution using KPIs and milestones.
• Foster a high-performance engineering culture focused on ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Set annual objectives, mentor technical leaders, and support talent development and succession planning.
• Oversee collaboration with global R&D teams, especially with France-based engineering experts.
• Manage and coordinate hardware suppliers, partners, and design houses. Expertise & External Interface
• Serve as the primary technical interface during pre-sales engagements and RFP responses with telecom operators and key customers.
• Represent
• You hold MS or PhD in Electrical & Computer Engineering, Wireless Communications or a related technical field from a recognized US or international university..
• You have at least 10 years of experience in the design and delivery of complex hardware products.
• Proven experience in technical leadership and team management. Technical Expertise Architecture & System Design
• Strong experience defining scalable system and hardware architectures for broadband devices
• Ability to balance performance, cost, time-to-market, and risk in architectural decisions
• Expertise in evaluating custom designs vs. reference designs Hardware & Integration
• Hardware design: schematics, PCB layout, RF design, antenna integration
• High-speed interfaces: Ethernet, PCIe, DDR, SerDes
• Mechanical integration: enclosure design, injection molding, thermal management
• Regulatory compliance:

FCC, UL, PTCRB, CE

Broadband & Wireless Technologies

• Access technologies:

GPON, EPON, DOCSIS, LTE, 5G

Connectivity:

Wi-Fi, Ethernet, BLE, Thread Standards & Protocols

• Wi-Fi 6 / 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
• 4G (3GPP Rel. 8-14), 5G (Rel. 15+)
• ISM technologies: Bluetooth, Zigbee, Matter Leadership & Soft Skills
• Strong ownership mindset with a strategic and results-driven approach
• Proven ability to lead and inspire cross-functional and international teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization capabilities
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and solution-focused
• Comfortable in fast-paced, innovation-driven environments
• Ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously

Benefits :

• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Pay:

$150,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person