Hardware Implementation Manager
Hardware Implementation Manager
Belmont, CA, US, 94002
Hardware Implementation Manager
As MOIA America, we develop and realize fully autonomous mobility and transportation services. Our mission is to make mobility-and transportation-as-a-service safe, accessible and most attractive for society. For that, we cover the entire ground from strategy and business development, software development and end-2-end integration, fleet operations to next-generation self-driving systems. Being the driver in Volkswagen Group initiative for mobility solutions, we’re an integral part of Volkswagen Group's future success.
Brief Role Description
A rollout management role responsible for planning and executing the deployment of upload stations and connectivity across multiple cities and hubs. The role coordinates local operations, IT hardware partners, MNOs, connectivity teams, and engineering stakeholders to ensure site readiness, installation, commissioning, and smooth vehicle ramp‑up.
The position focuses on end‑to‑end rollout execution, managing dependencies between the end customer, product teams and local suppliers, ensuring reliable operations from test deployments through production rollout.
This role combines hands‑on rollout coordination, technical alignment, and stakeholder management to deliver consistent and scalable deployments across locations.
Role Responsibilities
Program Planning & Multi‑City Deployment Execution – 30%
- Plan and execute upload station and fleet rollouts across multiple cities and hubs
- Define rollout timelines, milestones, dependencies, and deployment sequences
- Ensure readiness across upload station hardware, connectivity interfaces, vehicle systems, and operations
Upload Station Rollout & Operational Readiness – 20%
- Coordinate installation, commissioning, and handover of upload station IT hardware
- Ensure site readiness including power, space, network access, and physical security
- Align upload station availability with vehicle ramp‑up and operational usage
Connectivity & MNO Coordination – 20%
- Coordinate connectivity readiness with MNOs and internal connectivity teams for each rollout site
- Ensure SIM/eSIM provisioning, network availability, and basic performance readiness are in place for rollout
- Support SLA/KPI monitoring during rollout and early operations (availability, throughput, incident handling)
Cross‑Functional Coordination & Delivery Management – 20%
- Drive alignment between local operations, vehicle teams, backend/platform teams, upload station vendors, and connectivity stakeholders
- Coordinate suppliers and third‑party partners during rollout execution
- Provide regular rollout status updates, risk tracking, and escalations
Incident Management, Risk & Continuous Improvement – 10%
- Coordinate issue resolution across upload station hardware, connectivity, and operations during rollout phases
- Support root‑cause analysis for rollout and early‑life incidents
Incorporate lessons learned into rollout playbooks, standards, and processes
Qualification requirements
Years of Relevant Experience:
- 7–10+ years in connectivity, telecom, automotive, or embedded systems
#LI-CK1
Education:
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Required |
Desired |
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General Skills:
- Excellent communication across technical and non-technical teams
- Strong system-level thinking (multi-domain integration)
- Strategic thinking with execution focus
- Ability to manage ambiguity and drive alignment
- Ability to work in cross-functional agile teams
- Stakeholder and supplier coordination skills
- Analytical debugging and problem-solving mindset
Work Flexibility and travel:
- 30 - 40% business travel
Additional Qualifications
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Required |
Desired |
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Program & Delivery Management
Connectivity & Telecom
Automotive & IT Systems
Testing & Validation
Tools & Processes
|
Telecom & Connectivity Ecosystem
Commercial & Contract Management
Fleet & Mobility Operations
|
Competencies
Compensation Data
The salary range in the Silicon Valley, CA area: $160,000 - $190,000 annually. This represents the anticipated base salary range for this position at the time of posting. Compensation will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, candidate qualifications, skills, experience, education, certifications, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may participate in incentive compensation programs and receive a comprehensive benefits package.
MOIA America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
As MOIA America, we develop and realize fully autonomous mobility and transportation services. Our mission is to make mobility-and transportation-as-a-service safe, accessible and most attractive for society. For that, we cover the entire ground from strategy and business development, software development and end-2-end integration, fleet operations to next-generation self-driving systems. Being the driver in Volkswagen Group initiative for mobility solutions, we’re an integral part of Volkswagen Group's future success.
Brief Role Description
A rollout management role responsible for planning and executing the deployment of upload stations and connectivity across multiple cities and hubs. The role coordinates local operations, IT hardware partners, MNOs, connectivity teams, and engineering stakeholders to ensure site readiness, installation, commissioning, and smooth vehicle ramp‑up.
The position focuses on end‑to‑end rollout execution, managing dependencies between the end customer, product teams and local suppliers, ensuring reliable operations from test deployments through production rollout.
This role combines hands‑on rollout coordination, technical alignment, and stakeholder management to deliver consistent and scalable deployments across locations.
Role Responsibilities
Program Planning & Multi‑City Deployment Execution – 30%
- Plan and execute upload station and fleet rollouts across multiple cities and hubs
- Define rollout timelines, milestones, dependencies, and deployment sequences
- Ensure readiness across upload station hardware, connectivity interfaces, vehicle systems, and operations
Upload Station Rollout & Operational Readiness – 20%
- Coordinate installation, commissioning, and handover of upload station IT hardware
- Ensure site readiness including power, space, network access, and physical security
- Align upload station availability with vehicle ramp‑up and operational usage
Connectivity & MNO Coordination – 20%
- Coordinate connectivity readiness with MNOs and internal connectivity teams for each rollout site
- Ensure SIM/eSIM provisioning, network availability, and basic performance readiness are in place for rollout
- Support SLA/KPI monitoring during rollout and early operations (availability, throughput, incident handling)
Cross‑Functional Coordination & Delivery Management – 20%
- Drive alignment between local operations, vehicle teams, backend/platform teams, upload station vendors, and connectivity stakeholders
- Coordinate suppliers and third‑party partners during rollout execution
- Provide regular rollout status updates, risk tracking, and escalations
Incident Management, Risk & Continuous Improvement – 10%
- Coordinate issue resolution across upload station hardware, connectivity, and operations during rollout phases
- Support root‑cause analysis for rollout and early‑life incidents
Incorporate lessons learned into rollout playbooks, standards, and processes
Qualification requirements
Years of Relevant Experience:
- 7–10+ years in connectivity, telecom, automotive, or embedded systems
#LI-CK1
Education:
|
Required |
Desired |
|
|
General Skills:
- Excellent communication across technical and non-technical teams
- Strong system-level thinking (multi-domain integration)
- Strategic thinking with execution focus
- Ability to manage ambiguity and drive alignment
- Ability to work in cross-functional agile teams
- Stakeholder and supplier coordination skills
- Analytical debugging and problem-solving mindset
Work Flexibility and travel:
- 30 - 40% business travel
Additional Qualifications
|
Required |
Desired |
|
Program & Delivery Management
Connectivity & Telecom
Automotive & IT Systems
Testing & Validation
Tools & Processes
|
Telecom & Connectivity Ecosystem
Commercial & Contract Management
Fleet & Mobility Operations
|
Competencies
Compensation Data
The salary range in the Silicon Valley, CA area: $160,000 - $190,000 annually. This represents the anticipated base salary range for this position at the time of posting. Compensation will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, candidate qualifications, skills, experience, education, certifications, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may participate in incentive compensation programs and receive a comprehensive benefits package.
MOIA America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
Belmont, CA, US, 94002
Nearest Major Market: San Francisco
Nearest Secondary Market: Oakland