Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
10 years managing hardware new product introduction (NPI) and consumer electronics manufacturing operations.
Proven leadership of cross-functional technical teams, including Operations and Technical Program Managers.
Experience collaborating with external ODMs and EMS partners through Ok2Ship.
Master's degree in a related field is preferred, along with experience in high-volume audio or miniaturized consumer electronics.
Responsibilities
Design and implement comprehensive factory and manufacturing strategies for Google hardware.
Lead a diverse team of Operations professionals to ensure rapid market entry without sacrificing product quality.
Direct cross-functional collaboration with Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, and other key stakeholders.
Foster a culture of agility and flexibility while scaling new product launches.
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
Generous paid time off and holidays.
Retirement savings plans with company matching.
Employee development and training opportunities.
Equity benefits and performance bonuses.
Full Job Description
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
10 years of experience managing hardware new product introduction (NPI) processes, factory ramp, and consumer electronics manufacturing operations.
Experience leading and managing cross-functional technical teams (e.g., Operations Program Managers, Technical Program Managers, Supply Chain Program Managers).
Experience partnering with external original design manufacturers (ODMs) and electronics manufacturing services (EMS) partners through Ok2Ship.
Preferred qualifications:
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience driving Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Cost (DFC) initiatives across international agreement manufacturing sites.
Experience managing engineering operations programs with executive-level stakeholder reporting and cross-functional hardware lifecycle alignment.
About the job
The Head of Pixel Product Operations (Buds) will be responsible for the development and launch of Pixel Buds through the New Product Introduction (NPI) process through Ok2Ship, across the portfolio of Pixel Buds. You will be responsible for identifying and evolving best practices, and sustaining an organization that has scaled with execution.
You will lead a global team of various manufacturing teams - Operations Program Managers, System Technical Program Managers, Mechanical Technical Program Managers and Supply Chain Program Managers directly. As the Primary Manager from the Global Operations and Supply Chain organization responsible for the launch of the Pixel Buds programs, several other cross-functional teams rely on your leadership to guide the programs and products to success. You will need to balance engineering, operations, and quality processes and take into account the competitive dynamics to surpass the rate of innovation in the consumer electronics industry. This will encompass supporting large volume products and first generation products within the Pixel portfolio.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Design, execute, and implement end-to-end factory and manufacturing solutions and processes and associated strategies that take into account the engaged dynamics of the Google hardware business.
Lead a team of Operations professionals across both technical and non-technical domains to drive rapid time to market at immediate scale, with no compromise to Product Quality..
Direct cross-functional teams across other business functions and initiatives in close partnership with key stakeholder groups like Hardware Engineering, Supplier Development Engineering, Software Engineering, Sourcing and Procurement, and Logistics.
Create a culture that balances agility and flexibility with the expectation of new products that can scale.
About Google
Google is a multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products. These include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University. The company has grown tremendously since then and has become one of the most valuable companies in the world. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
