Hardware Lead (Infotainment)

TL;DR

Hardware Lead (Infotainment): Owning the project execution of in-vehicle infotainment systems from concept to mass production with an accent on hardware-software integration and SoC-based designs. Focus on defining technical roadmaps, optimizing hardware design cycles using AI tools, and managing cross-functional trade-offs across mechanical and electrical domains.

Location: Hybrid, Mountain View, California

Salary: $230,000—$284,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is an autonomous driving technology company building the hirify.global Driver to improve mobility and road safety.

What you will do

• Own the end-to-end project execution of world-class infotainment systems from concept to vehicle integration.
• Define the hardware product roadmap and technical vision in collaboration with Product, UX, and Software teams.
• Manage "make vs buy" decisions by partnering with Engineering and Supply Chain.
• Lead bring-up activities, validation, and the development of necessary support infrastructure.
• Balance complex technical trade-offs across electrical, mechanical, and software domains.
• Utilize AI-driven tools to optimize hardware design cycles and architectural decision-making.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience managing and delivering complex electronic projects to mass production.
• 5+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer implementing SoC-based designs.
• Deep understanding of hardware architecture, including electrical, mechanical, and software components.
• Hands-on experience with SoC selection, A2B, audio/video codecs, serializers, and displays.
• Ability to read and understand code in C++, Python, and BASH.
• Must be based in or able to work in Mountain View, California (Hybrid schedule)

Nice to have

• 10+ years of experience specifically within the infotainment domain.
• Experience deploying end-to-end infotainment solutions across multiple vehicle platforms.
• Expertise in connectivity technologies (Bluetooth, WiFi) and homologation processes.
• Knowledge of the Android software stack and HW resource allocation.
• Ability to write software in C++, Python, and BASH.

Culture & Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Equity incentive plan.
• Generous company benefits program.
• Hybrid work schedule.