Technical Program Manager, Hardware

FABRIC CRYPTOGRAPHY FABRIC CREATES NEXT-GENERATION CRYPTOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGY THAT REIMAGINES TRUST AND PRIVACY.   Fabric is a fast-growing Series A deep tech company (full-stack across silicon, hardware and cloud) that was founded to unlock the next generation of cryptography. Encryption and decryption secured the Internet as we know it. The next paradigm of cryptography will revolutionize how we trust each other. We are the first to build a new class of processor for the rapidly emerging verifiable compute market. Fabric’s flagship product - the Verifiable Processing Unit (VPU) - is a general-purpose, fully programmable cryptography chip built from the ground up to accelerate next-gen cryptography, such as zero-knowledge proofs and fully homomorphic encryption. With $39 million in equity and >$60 million in pre-orders, we are rapidly scaling our team of 60+ employees to build the foundation of verifiability for the Internet. About the job We are looking for a highly skilled and technical Engineering Program Manager to oversee and integrate activities across our diverse engineering teams. This role will be pivotal in ensuring that our projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. Reporting directly to our CTO, you will be responsible for orchestrating collaboration between hardware, software, research, systems, and operations teams. Your leadership will drive the successful delivery of our advanced cryptographic systems and solutions. What you'll be doing...

• Act as the central point of contact for all engineering activities, providing clear direction and ensuring alignment between semiconductor hardware (design, verification, physical design), systems hardware, software, research, and operations teams
• Project Management: Develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, resources, and budgets. Monitor progress, identify potential risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies
• Technical Coordination: Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between technical teams to ensure seamless integration of components and systems. Help support and address technical challenges as they arise
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams and external partners, including those in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, to ensure alignment with project goals and deliverables. Play part in the management relationships with test, manufacturing, assembly, and packaging partners
• Track and report on project progress, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgetary constraints. Provide regular updates and status reports to the CTO and other stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices. Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to inform project strategies
  
  
  

Qualifications and experience requirements...

• Strong background in engineering with deep knowledge of semiconductor, hardware systems, software development, systems integration, and cryptographic technologies
• 10+ years of proven experience in program management within a technical environment, preferably in the cryptographic or high-tech industry. Demonstrated success in managing complex projects and cross-functional teams
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams, manage conflicts, and build strong relationships with stakeholders
• Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and best practices. Experience with Agile, Scrum, or similar frameworks is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts and project status to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP) is a plus
  
  
  

Fabric Cryptography is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.