Hardware Product Manager

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 5-10 years of product management experience in hardware, networking, or physical security technologies, ideally within a start-up or early- growth environment.

Description
Position Overview
We are seeking a Hardware Product Manager to lead the vision, strategy, and execution of our next generation of video computing hardware products, including on- premises servers, edge appliances, and integrated AI processing systems.
This individual will serve as the bridge between engineering, operations, and go-to- market teams, ensuring that our hardware offerings are not only high-performing and reliable but also tightly aligned with our software ecosystem and customer needs.
This position demands a hands-on leader with a builder's mindset - someone who thrives in ambiguity, embraces problem-solving, and can turn a concept into a shipping product. You'll help define and implement hardware strategies from the ground up while influencing key business decisions related to design, manufacturing, partnerships, and global expansion.

Core Responsibilities Product Strategy & Roadmap
Develop and own the hardware product roadmap, ensuring alignment with overall company strategy, market trends, and customer requirements.
Define product positioning, key differentiators, and performance benchmarks that set the hardware apart in the AI-driven video computing market.
Partner closely with the CEO, CTO, and cross-functional stakeholders to define short- and long-term growth initiatives.
End-to-End Product Lifecycle Management
Oversee the complete lifecycle from concept and design through manufacturing, launch, and sustainment.
Translate complex technical requirements into clear product specifications and deliverables.
Manage prototype development, testing, and field validation, ensuring products meet both technical and regulatory standards.
Establish documentation, configuration control, and version management processes suitable for a rapidly evolving start-up.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Collaborate daily with Engineering, Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Sales, Marketing, and Operations to bring products to life.
Serve as the hardware subject-matter expert internally, guiding technical trade- offs and ensuring strong product market fit.
Lead internal reviews, stakeholder updates, and go-to-market readiness meetings with executive leadership.
Vendor & Manufacturing Oversight
Identify and manage hardware component suppliers, OEMs, and contract manufacturers across domestic and international markets.
Negotiate vendor terms, ensure production timelines, and track supply chain health to minimize risk.
Establish scalable quality assurance processes and testing protocols that meet enterprise and government security standards.
Customer & Market Insight
Engage directly with customers, system integrators, and channel partners to gather insights and identify unmet needs.
Conduct competitive analysis and benchmarking across the physical security and computing hardware sectors.
Incorporate real-world feedback into continuous product improvement and future roadmap iterations.

Go-to-Market & Commercial Enablement
Partner with Sales and Marketing to build product launch strategies, sales tools, datasheets, and technical collateral.
Train the commercial team to effectively position and sell hardware solutions within integrated AI and cloud ecosystems.
Contribute to pricing models, margin analysis, and volume forecasting to ensure commercial viability and scalability.
Innovation & Start-Up Execution
Take a hands-on role in experimentation, rapid prototyping, and technical validation in collaboration with the engineering team.
Introduce agile product management practices and frameworks that suit a lean, fast-moving organization.
Championing a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and cross- functional transparency.
Skills
Product management, Product roadmap, Product Strategy, Hardware, CPU, GPU, Digital, User stories, Project management, Stakeholder management, Roadmap, Strategy
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or Business (master's preferred).
Experience: 5-10 years of product management experience in hardware, networking, or physical security technologies, ideally within a start-up or early- growth environment.
Start-Up DNA:
o Self-starter mentality with the ability to operate effectively in an unstructured environment.
o Strong bias for action, ownership, and iterative execution.
o Experience building product frameworks and processes from scratch.
Technical Proficiency:
o Deep understanding of CPU/GPU architecture, networking, and system integration.
o Familiarity with video surveillance systems, IP cameras, AI inference workloads, and storage sizing based on bitrate and resolution.
o Working knowledge of edge computing, embedded systems, and cloud interoperability.
Leadership & Communication:
o Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate between technical and non-technical audiences.
o Skilled in presenting product strategy and performance updates to executive and investor audiences.
o Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and external partners.
Analytical & Strategic Thinking:
o Strong data-driven mindset; comfortable using KPIs and customer feedback to shape decisions.
o Capable of balancing short-term delivery with long-term vision.
Project Management:
o Experienced with agile methodologies, sprint planning, and cross- departmental execution.
o Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight timelines.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Dallas, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $145000.00/yr.
Benefits are in the works
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.