Head of Hardware Operations

Head of Hardware Operations at MIRA Head of Hardware Operations at MIRA in Piedmont, California Posted in about 19 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Company Background The next great leap in AI will happen in the real world, on your face, in real time. MIRA is that leap, and it gives you a second brain: lightweight AI glasses that remember every conversation, answer any question in under a second, translate 60+ languages, and surface the right context exactly when you need it. We recently sold out and shipped our first batch of units, and we're moving fast. MIRA has raised $6.4M from General Catalyst, Naval Ravikant, Pillar VC, and more. We're a small team of engineers and builders in San Francisco solving some of the hardest problems in consumer AI and wearable hardware.

More on our website:

trymira.com Role Information We're hiring a Head of Hardware Operations to own Mira's supply chain, manufacturing, and fulfillment pipeline. You'll take our wearable devices from prototype to reliable production, working directly with suppliers, engineers, and partners to ensure high-quality hardware at scale. This is a key role for someone who thrives in fast iteration, loves solving manufacturing constraints, and enjoys owning complex operational systems end-to-end. Responsibilities Manage supplier relationships, including negotiations, onboarding, and ongoing performance tracking Execute logistics and import operations, coordinating freight, customs, and delivery timelines Support internal operations across cross-functional teams to keep hardware programs on track Qualifications Have experience in hardware supply chain, operations, or program management Fluency in Chinese is required Have worked with factories or manufacturing partners in China Are deeply organized and execution-oriented Can turn ambiguity into a clear plan Thrive in small, fast-moving environments You might be a great fit if you You've been a founder, CTO, or hardware lead at a hardware startup You've taken a consumer electronics product from prototype to production You've worked in wearables, AR/VR, or high-tech consumer electronics ? You'd directly impact shaping the direction and future of the product, and work with a team that's locked into building something truly revolutionary.