SPAN · 7 hours ago
VP of Hardware
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expSPAN is a mission-driven company focused on electrification and reducing carbon emissions. The VP of Hardware will lead the hardware engineering function, driving innovation and execution of hardware solutions while building a world-class multidisciplinary team.
EnergyHardwareInternet of ThingsRenewable EnergySoftware
Responsibilities
Define and drive the hardware vision, strategy, and execution roadmap in alignment with overall company goals
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing, multidisciplinary team across electrical, mechanical, test, and reliability engineering
Partner closely with software, product, operations, and supply chain leaders to ensure seamless integration across disciplines
Oversee full product lifecycle from concept through production, ensuring designs meet performance, cost, reliability, and manufacturability requirements
Establish best-in-class design, validation, and verification processes for complex electrical products
Drive continuous improvement in development processes, design practices, and quality systems
Ensure all hardware meets rigorous certification, compliance, and safety requirements (UL, CE, FCC, NEC, IEC, etc.)
Champion product reliability, durability, and long-term performance in real-world environments
Implement robust testing protocols, accelerated life testing, and root-cause failure analysis
Partner with software engineering to enable seamless hardware-software integration and embedded systems design
Work with operations and supply chain to ensure scalable, cost-effective production and smooth product launches
Collaborate with product management to align hardware capabilities with customer needs and market opportunities
Stay ahead of industry trends in energy, electrification, and smart device technologies
Represent the company in technical discussions with partners, regulators, and industry bodies
Drive IP strategy and protect key innovations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field; Master's or Ph.D. preferred
15+ years of experience in hardware engineering, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role across multiple hardware disciplines
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels
Expertise in product reliability engineering and driving high-quality standards
Proven track record of successfully bringing hardware products to market
Strong understanding of hardware design processes, manufacturing, and supply chain management
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience with regulatory compliance and quality standards in hardware development
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities
Benefits
Competitive compensation + equity grants at a well-funded, venture-backed company
Comprehensive benefits: 100% employee premiums for base plans on medical, dental, vision with options for additional coverage. Parental leave up to twenty four (24) weeks depending on eligibility
Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit
Strong focus on team building and company culture: Employee Resource Groups, monthly social events, SPANcakes recognition breakfast, lunch, and learns
Flexible hours, one holiday per month, and flexible time off
Company
SPAN
Span develops residential energy storage devices that provide renewable electricity and charging services for electric vehicles.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$229.8MKey Investors
Wellington ManagementTDK VenturesMunich Re Ventures
2023-03-03Series B· $96M
2022-01-18Series B· $90M
2021-03-31Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Arch Rao
Founder & CEO
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