Technical Program Manager, NPI
As a Technical Program Manager, NPI you will own the end to end technical program management for next-generation Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hardware Systems within Fluidstack's infrastructure, operating in a matrix organization spanning multiple domains, including Hardware, Data Center, Network, Software, and Capacity Management.
Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end development of the AI hardware product, includes servers, network gears, racks, CDUs, and other systems, spanning both internal and external development efforts, ensuring successful integration into Fluidstack infrastructure and support for production workloads at scale
- Manage EVT, DVT, and PVT phases, track validation milestones, test results, and issue resolution across engineering teams
- Establish testing standards, methodologies, and tooling requirements, define acceptance criteria for each NPI phase
- Lead pilot deployment planning and execution, coordinate manufacturing readiness activities and scale-up to volume production
- Support volume operations and deployment, and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues
- Build and maintain relationships with Chip manufacturers / ODMs / OEMs, negotiate schedules, resolve technical issues, and ensure delivery commitments
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field5+ years of experience in technical program management5+ years of experience in Hardware New Product Introduction (NPI) and the hardware development life cycle, from concept through design, testing, and deploymentProven track record of successful cross-functional collaborationStrong communication skills with ability to influence without authorityPreferred Qualifications
Experience in AI cluster development, including expertise across compute, storage, networking, and other critical infrastructure componentsExperience collaborating with OEM or ODM partners to drive product development, ensure quality standards, and manage supply chain relationships effectivelyBackground in computer architecture, system performance optimization, generative AI, and large distributed systemsSalary & Benefits
Competitive total compensation package (salary + equity).Retirement or pension plan, in line with local norms.Health, dental, and vision insurance.Generous PTO policy, in line with local norms.The salary range for this position is $200,000 - $300,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location. This range represents our good faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting. Total compensation may also include equity in the form of stock options.
We are committed to pay equity and transparency.
Fluidstack is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fluidstack will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.