Principal Hardware Program Manager, Technical

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About Nscale

Nscale is the GPU cloud engineered for AI. We provide cost-effective, high-performance infrastructure for AI start-ups and large enterprise customers. Nscale enables AI-focused companies to achieve superior results by reducing the complexity of AI development. Our GPU cloud bolsters technical capabilities and directly supports strategic business outcomes, including cost management, rapid innovation, and environmental responsibility.

We thrive on a culture of relentless innovation, ownership, and accountability, where every team member takes pride in their work and drives it with excellence and urgency. As an Nscaler, you’ll build trust through openness and transparency, where everyone is inspired to do their best work. If you join our team, you’ll be contributing to building the technology that powers the future.

About the Role (Job Purpose)

We are seeking a Principal Hardware Program Manager, Technical to lead execution of critical GPU hardware initiatives across the organization. This role is responsible for driving end-to-end program delivery, ensuring successful planning, development, and deployment of our hardware platforms.

You will operate at the intersection of engineering, supply chain, and external partners, bringing strong technical depth and operational rigor to complex, cross-functional programs. This is a highly execution-focused role requiring ownership, clarity, and the ability to drive alignment across stakeholders.

What You’ll be Doing (Responsibilities)

• Own end-to-end execution of the Canary hardware program, proactively managing milestones, risks, and deliverables
• Partner closely with Supply Chain to define, validate, and manage Bill of Materials (BOM), including cost, availability, and lifecycle considerations
• Lead planning and execution support for OEM → ODM transitions, including PRD development, NPI planning, and manufacturing readiness
• Develop and maintain program collateral, including detailed schedules, status reporting, and executive-level updates
• Drive overall GPU hardware program execution, ensuring alignment across engineering, operations, and business teams
• Track progress against program goals and ensure timely delivery of key milestones
• Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies to keep programs on track
• Serve as a central point of coordination across internal teams and external partners

About You (Skills / Qualifications)

• 10+ years of experience in hardware program management or technical program management
• Strong experience with GPU systems, servers, or large-scale hardware platforms
• Proven track record managing complex hardware programs from concept through production
• Deep familiarity with BOM management, supply chain processes, and manufacturing workflows
• Experience supporting OEM and ODM engagements, including NPI processes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate at both technical and executive levels
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a bias toward execution

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in AI infrastructure, data center hardware, or high-performance computing environments
• Experience working with cross-functional global teams and external manufacturing partners
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and drive clarity

What We Can Offer You

At Nscale, you'll find a collaborative, supportive, and innovative environment where your contributions spark real impact. We're building something extraordinary, and we want you at the core.

Highly competitive package (base + equity) with reviews every 12 months. 🚀

Join the fastest-growing tech startup, your chance to push boundaries, collaborate with brilliant minds, and make your mark on cutting-edge AI. ✨

Expect a dynamic progression plan tailored to your ambitions. Grow by trying new things, leading, challenging the status quo, and owning your impact, always with our full support.

Human-First Flexibility: We treat you as humans first. 🫶🏽 Our flexible workplace trusts Nscalers to deliver, giving you the autonomy to shape your day around life's moments.

Join our thriving remote-first team. Geography is no barrier to impact or connection. We build seamless virtual collaboration, empowering you, wherever you work.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, parents, carers, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate your specific situation, please let us know.

The responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and are intended to provide a general overview of the position. The employee may be required to perform additional duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned by management, consistent with the skills and qualifications required for the role.

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