Information Technology Jobs in Cotati, CA

Digilock is looking for a Software Product Manager to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of access control solutions. In this position, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design, deliver, and optimize products that make secure, seamless access a reality for our customers. Your work will directly impact how businesses and individuals interact with spaces safely and efficiently, combining innovation, reliability, and user-centered design.

***This role is 100% onsite in our Petaluma, CA Office ***

What You'll Do:

• Roadmapping - Translate strategy into actionable plans, balancing short-term wins with long-term value. Define and maintain a strategic roadmap that aligns with business objectives and customer needs.
• Prioritization – Use research, analytics, user feedback, and testing to validate features, monitor adoption, improve usability, and determine priority to maximize impact and ensure timely delivery.
• Defining Requirements: Write clear, structured product requirements in the form of user stories with acceptance criteria.
• UX/UI Collaboration - Partner with designers to ensure the product is intuitive and user-friendly for administrators and end-users while upholding our commitment to simplified security.
• Integration and Coordination - Ensure the digital product flawlessly integrates with Digilock hardware, maintaining performance, reliability, and seamless operation across the ecosystem.
• Cross-Functional Leadership - Work closely with engineering, design, and marketing teams to coordinate effective releases.

What We're Looking For:

• 8+ years in software product management, ideally with hardware, IoT, or connected devices. Previous experience with access control systems a plus.
• Curiosity, strong design sensibility, and keen problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communications skills with a natural ability to explain complex concepts simply, tailoring the message for executives, engineers or customers.
• Aptitude for problem solving with the openness to listen and absorb different perspectives to confidently balance competing interests, manage expectations, and clearly communicate the product vision.
• Experience with agile methodologies and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Figma).

About Digilock

Digilock is a leading innovator in electronic lock solutions. We're dedicated to developing and manufacturing technologically advanced access control solutions, which are simple to use and easy to manage. Our technology combines cutting-edge hardware with intuitive software to deliver secure, seamless access experiences across industries. From workplaces and healthcare facilities to education and retail environments, we partner closely with our customers and industry leaders to develop solutions that meet today's security challenges and anticipate tomorrow's needs.

Joining our team means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative environment where your contributions directly shape the future of access technology and enhance the way people interact with the spaces around them.

Benefits

We provide a competitive salary and benefits package. Highlights of our current benefits package include Medical, Dental/Vision, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401K Match up to 4%, AFLAC, Wellness Program Reimbursement, PTO, and a generous holiday schedule with pay. We provide food and snacks throughout the week in our fully stocked kitchens/breakrooms and have company outings.

Why Mindpath Health?

Join Mindpath Health as we expand access to high quality mental health care in the communities we serve. We provide a well-supported outpatient practice setting where we treat mostly commercially insured patients of all ages with a wide range of mental health diagnoses. As part of a national group practice, you will have access to the collective expertise of our clinicians for the benefit of patients and your professional development. In addition to medication management and therapy, we also offer TMS and Spravato services in certain locations.

Make the Difference – Let Your Clinical Knowledge Lead You to New Heights:

• Competitive Market Compensation with ability to earn Unlimited Incentives
  • MD/DO Base Salary: $342,000+
  • PMHNP Base Salary $174,000+
• Hybrid Schedule affording a Flexible Mix of In-person and Telemedicine Appointments
• 100% Outpatient – Work/Life Balance Model – Monday-Friday with No Nights, No Weekends
• Flexible Full-time Options
• Relocation + Loan Repayment Program for those coming out of Training
• Generous Benefits including, but not limited to –
  • Matching 401(k) plan
  • 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
  • Paid maternal and paternal leave
  • Malpractice insurance
  • CME and Licensure Renewals
• Collaboration Model consisting of other Psychiatrists, APPs, and Therapists
• Modern Office Settings with Front Office & Administrative support along with the latest Technology Platforms

Wanting More?

Mindpath Health – has been in business over 2 decades with clinicians in 80+ clinic locations nationwide

Flexibility – is a core component of our hybrid approach of treating patients in-person as well as via telemedicine

Feel of Having Your Own Practice – but without the overhead and management of one; modern offices located in professional/medical buildings with support from our marketing and growth team to help you build your practice

Supportive Environment – exceptional front office, patient scheduling and billing support

We Specialize – in connected care through in-person or telemedicine visits with a psychiatrist, advanced psychiatric practitioner, or therapist.

We Welcome – our patients with respect and engage with referring providers, insurers, and partners in a spirit of positivity, collaboration, and accountability.

As a Child or Adult Clinician – Be Part of Our Growing Team:

• Medication Management Required & Psychotherapy
• Evaluate, Diagnose & Treat a Variety of Mental Health Areas
• Utilize EHR & Technology Platforms within the role

• MD/DO:
  • Fully Licensed within the State of Practice with a MD or DO degree
  • BE/BC in Psychiatry & Active DEA license
• PMHNP:
  • Unrestricted License with a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification (PMHNP-BC) in the State of Delivering Care with Active DEA

*The salary range posted is an estimate based on the average earnings of our current clinicians. Actual income may vary depending on factors such as production model results, hours worked, ramp-up time, and individual experience and licensure. Final compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

Mindpath Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status legally protected by federal, state, or local law.

Friedman’s Home Improvement is seeking a hands-on Applications Manager to own, lead, and continuously improve the enterprise applications that power our retail, supply chain, and digital operations. This is a working manager role ideal for a technically strong leader who enjoys coding, problem-solving, mentoring a small team, and partnering closely with the business to deliver measurable impact.

This role blends technical depth, people leadership, and operational excellence. You will be accountable for the reliability, scalability, and performance of core systems including Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, eCommerce (Sana Cloud Commerce), Retail POS, Warehouse Management, and Business Intelligence platforms.

The ideal candidate thrives in a lean, fast-paced environment, leads with curiosity and empathy, and embraces agile delivery, observability, automation, and software reliability engineering principles to reduce toil and create durable systems.

Top 5 Non-Negotiables

To be successful in this role, you must bring:

1. Hands-on (coding) experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations
2. Hands-on engineering leadership with strong understanding of observability, monitoring, and automation
3. Power BI and data warehouse experience, with a track record of driving data-informed decisions
4. Proven ability to lead and develop a small, high-performing technical team while remaining technically hands-on
5. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across business partners

What You’ll Do

Application & Platform Leadership

• Own the end-to-end enterprise applications portfolio, including D365 F&O, eCommerce (Sana Cloud Commerce), POS, Warehouse Management, BI, and integrated corporate systems
• Ensure high availability, performance, scalability, and security across all platforms
• Lead application upgrades, releases, and vendor-delivered enhancements with strong change-management discipline

Hands-On Technical Execution

• Act as a hands-on technical leader, designing, configuring, coding, and supporting enhancements and integrations—especially within Dynamics 365 F&O
• Drive automation of repetitive tasks using tools such as Power Automate, RPA, or Copilot to reduce manual effort and operational friction
• Lead root-cause analysis and implement durable fixes to improve system stability and reliability

Data, BI & Decision Enablement

• Own Power BI, Power On, and reporting ecosystems, ensuring data accuracy, governance, and performance
• Partner with business leaders to translate data into actionable insights, dashboards, and KPIs
• Oversee data pipelines, warehousing, and analytics capabilities that support enterprise decision-making

Agile, SRE & Continuous Improvement

• Apply agile methodologies to prioritize work, deliver iteratively, and adapt quickly to changing business needs
• Champion observability and SRE practices to proactively detect issues, optimize performance, and improve uptime
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve processes, tooling, and system efficiency

People & Partner Leadership

• Build, mentor, and lead a lean, high-performing team of Application Specialists
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure delivery against timelines, budgets, and service-level expectations
• Partner closely with functional leaders to align technology solutions with business outcomes

Financial & Operational Stewardship

• Provide accurate budgeting, forecasting, and cost management for application initiatives and vendor services
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives aligned with Friedman’s business goals

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or 8+ years of equivalent professional experience
• 6+ years of hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations
• 4+ years in retail or omnichannel environments
• Experience supporting Business Intelligence, data modeling, ETL, and analytics platforms
• Microsoft certifications (strongly preferred):
• Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Apps Solution Architect Expert
• Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant Associate

Required Qualifications

• Deep technical and functional expertise in D365 F&O, including architecture, customization, integrations, and troubleshooting
• Experience with Power BI, Power On, data warehousing, ETL pipelines, Azure Synapse or similar platforms
• Strong familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and SRE practices, including observability tools (e.g., Azure Application Insights)
• Proven success translating business needs into scalable technical solutions
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and grow a technical team while remaining hands-on
• Strong project management skills and experience leading cross-functional initiatives
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills—able to explain complex technical concepts in clear, business-friendly terms
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven, with a mindset of continuous improvement
• Customer-focused with strong follow-through and ownership mentality

Why Friedman’s

At Friedman’s, technology directly supports the people and operations that serve our communities. This role offers the opportunity to make a visible impact, work closely with business leaders, and build resilient systems that support a growing, values-driven organization.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Key Responsibilities

IP Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive global IP strategy aligned with business and innovation goals.
• Advise executive leadership and the Board on IP risks, opportunities, and competitive positioning.
• Identify opportunities to create competitive advantage through strategic IP portfolio development.
• Lead long-term IP planning in support of product pipelines and emerging technologies.

Portfolio Management

• Oversee the development, prosecution, maintenance, and optimization of global patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret portfolios.
• Conduct regular portfolio reviews to ensure alignment with business objectives and cost efficiency.
• Manage invention disclosure processes and collaborate with R&D to capture innovation.
• Evaluate IP acquisition and divestiture opportunities.

IP Protection & Enforcement

• Develop and oversee global IP enforcement strategies, including litigation, opposition proceedings, and dispute resolution.
• Manage outside counsel and coordinate litigation strategy.
• Assess and mitigate infringement risks and freedom-to-operate concerns.
• Lead IP due diligence activities for mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and investments.

IP Monetization & Commercialization

• Identify and execute licensing, cross-licensing, and strategic partnership opportunities.
• Structure and negotiate complex IP agreements.
• Develop revenue-generating strategies leveraging the company's IP assets.
• Support valuation of IP assets for financial and strategic purposes.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Establish policies and procedures for IP governance and protection.
• Ensure compliance with global IP laws and regulations.
• Oversee competitive intelligence and monitor third-party IP landscapes.
• Manage internal training programs on IP awareness and protection.

Team & Budget Leadership

• Build and lead a high-performing global IP team.
• Manage departmental budgets and external legal spend.
• Establish KPIs to measure portfolio strength, enforcement outcomes, and ROI.

Qualifications

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) required.
• Admission to at least one state bar in good standing.
• USPTO registration (preferred for patent-focused organizations).
• Advanced technical degree (preferred for technology-driven industries).

Experience

• 12+ years of progressive experience in intellectual property law, including significant in-house leadership experience.
• Proven track record of building and managing global IP portfolios.
• Demonstrated experience in IP litigation, licensing, and strategic transactions.
• Experience supporting M&A due diligence and integration activities.
• Executive-level leadership experience with direct reports.

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Executive presence and influence
• Strong negotiation and litigation management skills
• Deep understanding of global IP laws and regulatory environments
• Financial literacy related to IP valuation and budgeting
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management

Overview

Whistler Partners is partnering with a premier corporate capital markets platform seeking a mid-level associate (4–6 years) to join its Public Companies / Public Offerings practice in SF. This group advises innovative technology and life sciences companies through IPOs and beyond, serving as long-term public company counsel after the bell rings.

The practice is deeply integrated with growth-stage and public company work, offering associates sustained exposure to disclosure, governance, and SEC compliance—not just deal execution.

Open to LA, Austin & NY.

Why this role?

This is an excellent seat for a capital markets lawyer who wants to work closely with high-growth tech and life sciences companies before and after they go public. Associates here are embedded with company clients, advising on '33 Act and '34 Act matters, stock exchange compliance, and corporate governance, while also supporting IPOs and other public offerings for issuers and underwriters.

The team values collaboration and hands-on client interaction. You'll work directly with management teams on complex disclosure and compliance issues, gaining durable public company expertise rather than one-off transaction reps.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise pre-IPO and public companies on SEC reporting, disclosure, and stock exchange compliance.
• Support IPOs and other capital markets transactions for issuers and underwriters.
• Counsel clients on corporate governance matters and ongoing public company obligations.
• Draft and review '33 Act and '34 Act filings and related disclosure materials.
• Assist with capital markets transactions and general corporate matters tied to public company life.
• Collaborate with deal teams supporting technology and life sciences clients through growth and scale.

Top Requirements

• 4–6 years of experience in IPOs and capital markets transactions.
• Strong background advising pre-IPO and public companies on disclosure, governance, and SEC compliance.
• Prior large law firm experience required.
• Experience with startups, emerging growth companies, venture financings, M&A, or underwriter representation is a plus.
• Team-oriented, collaborative approach with strong communication skills.
• New York bar admission strongly preferred.

TL;DR

Mid-level public companies/IPO role for 4–6 year associates advising tech and life sciences companies on IPOs, SEC reporting, and life as a public company. Strong client exposure, collaborative culture, and top-of-market compensation.

About Whistler Partners

Matchmakers, Not Headhunters

Whistler Partners is a boutique matchmaking firm focused on counseling the best and the brightest attorneys over the course of their careers. We believe that the right move comes from working closely with talent to curate their long-term career paths. When it comes to career advice, what matters is not the size of the agency but the strength of your individual recruiter.

We readily admit that we are elite and only work with the best – after all, a little elitism is okay when it comes to your career. Employers love us because we are picky about whom we represent, and attorneys love us because we get them their dream jobs.

We are looking for a Senior Digital Product Manager to join our team, working embedded with a world class technology client in Cupertino, CA. This team works on the consumer facing ecommerce experience across web and iOS. This position requires strong project management skills, business sense and technical curiosity.

This is a hybrid role and requires working onsite in Cupertino three days per week (shuttle provided).

Responsibilities

• This role will work cross-functionally w/ designers as well as developers to improve and implement new payments integrations on the web store and mobile app

• Work with product and business stakeholders to define features and manage from concept to design to development

• Provide validation and verification on project deliverables and promote exceptional quality standards

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree with 4-7 years product or project management experience managing digital projects with consumer facing experiences (ecommerce and mobile are ideal)

• Experience managing multiple projects across creative, development, and with cross-functional teams

• Experience working closely w/ design teams and a deep understanding of the UX process

• Highly presentable with excellent verbal and written skills

• Capable of convincing and rallying others with ability to manage and grow internal relationships

• Ability to understand the big picture and overarching mission but move to tactical execution and follow the details of a complex process

• Ability to work under tight deadlines, responding to shifting priorities, schedules, and deliverables

• Ability to navigate large, matrixed organization with multiple competing priorities

About Verndale Agency

Verndale is a digital experience agency, purpose-built to transform and optimize your digital customer experience through technology, data, and design.

Verndale is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Verndale is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. Verndale Agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status. We prohibit harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

Lawrence Harvey has been engaged by a technology company developing AI-driven software for large-scale industrial construction projects in a position that is critical to commercializing a portfolio of intelligent workflow tools embedded directly into real-world operations.

They are looking for a Product Manager who will own the end-to-end lifecycle of multiple AI agents, from discovery and rapid prototyping through pilot validation and scaled deployment. This individual will work closely with engineering and field stakeholders to map real workflows, define product direction, and merge a portfolio of agents into a cohesive commercial offering.

The successful candidate will be joining a highly technical, fast-paced, and collaborative team operating in a hands-on discovery environment and will play a key role in shaping how AI is applied to complex construction programs.

This is an opportunity to join a technology-driven organization in a role that offers true ownership, measurable impact, and direct exposure to executive leadership while building products that improve how large industrial projects are planned and executed.

The Ideal Candidate has:

• 4+ years of Product Management experience delivering B2B software from discovery through launch and iteration

• Experience building workflow-driven software tools, ideally within construction, EPC, infrastructure, or industrial environments

• Strong ability to translate operational processes into clear product artifacts, roadmaps, and measurable success metrics

• Exposure to AI, automation, enterprise integrations, or systems-of-record environments is a plus

If this aligns well with your experience, please feel free to APPLY NOW

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or similar field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

• Minimum of 8 - 12 years of experience in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Test Engineering or similar field in Aerospace, Automotive, or Commercial industries

• Experienced in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Methodology is required

• Experienced with electro-mechanical manufacturing, drawings, procedures and Bill of Materials is required

• Experienced using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Access, Project), MiniTab, Oracle, Agile, and CAD programs (SolidWorks is preferred)

• Occasional travel to supplier sites (up to 30%)

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Specific experience with sheet metal fabrication, plastics, composite layups, printed circuit board assembly, mechanical assembly, calibration and testing processes is desired

• Organization/planning, communication (oral and written), time management, conflict management, ability to manage stress, deadlines and work independently

Job Description

An employer sitting in Petaluma, CA is looking to hire a Senior Manufacturing Engineer. This person will be responsible for designing and operating the manufacturing systems for their Uncrewed Air Vehicles. In this role, the Manufacturing Engineer chooses the best technologies and processes for manufacturing, planning and designing the factory as well as managing the maintenance & continuous improvement of the manufacturing process. One has extensive knowledge in manufacturing production processes, specifically creating and monitoring automated systems and new technology development. One defines, maintains, and supports manufacturing processes utilized in the manufacture of Small Unmanned Air Vehicles. This will be a 6 month contract with potential to extend, paying between $50-70/hour) depending on years of experience.

Position Responsibilities

• Creates and manages equipment specifications, equipment documentation for development, qualification and support of assembly and test equipment for production

• Implements Lean Manufacturing principles and applies Six Sigma methodology to achieve continuous improvement in productivity, quality, and lead time

• Generates Value Stream Maps to reduce cycle time, waste, variation, and low production yields

• Creates Manufacturing Strategies and capacity models for new and current products, including estimation and maintenance of capital requisitions

• Generates new and reviews existing work instructions, assembly procedures and supporting documentation controlling the manufacturing process

• Cost estimating of new tooling and fixtures required to support production floor. Leads Make/Buy analysis on assemblies with cross-functional team

• Performs Design for Manufacturing, cost, and reliability analysis on new products with the design engineering team

• Works with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure receipt of conforming parts and assemblies

• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate the activities of other personnel (Team Lead)

Responsibilities

A premier, global law firm is seeking a Paralegal Manager to lead, develop, and inspire their high-performing team of transactional paralegals. In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee paralegals supporting a broad range of sophisticated practice areas, including Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Capital Markets, Lending & Financial Transactions, Emerging Companies + Venture Capital, Technology Transactions, Real Estate, and Private Funds.

You will drive day-to-day supervision and performance management while aligning practice-specific staffing with evolving client and business needs. This role is instrumental in advancing workflow and process improvements, championing training and professional development, strengthening quality and risk management standards, and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and service delivery. With responsibility for administrative oversight across assigned offices, the Paralegal Manager ensures exceptional client service, fosters innovation, and delivers operational excellence at every level.

• Lead paralegal workflow management by setting priorities, assigning projects, and ensuring balanced utilization across transaction practice groups.
• Oversee performance management, including evaluations, feedback, compensation recommendations, and counseling in collaboration with HR.
• Promote a culture of accountability, consistency, and open communication while ensuring adherence to firm policies and standards.
• Monitor paralegal utilization, productivity, and client service outcomes; implement programs to address workload, staffing, and performance trends.
• Partner with HR to recruit, onboard, and orient new paralegals; support attorney integration into the paralegal program.
• Develop and deliver substantive training programs, SOPs, checklists, and playbooks to drive operational excellence.
• Establish service level standards (accuracy, turnaround time, quality metrics) and lead quality control reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Champion technology adoption, including closing tools, DMS platforms, e-signature, entity management, and e-filing systems.
• Evaluate and implement AI-enabled automation solutions—with appropriate governance-to improve efficiency, reduce error rates, and protect confidentiality.
• Oversee administrative operations including timekeeping, PTO approval, compliance reporting, space utilization, and coordination with office leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 7 years of transactional paralegal experience in one or more areas: M&A/Private Equity, Capital Markets, Finance, ECVC, Technology Transactions, Real Estate, or Private Funds.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a law firm environment; multi-office leadership experience preferred.
• Deep knowledge of end-to-end deal lifecycles, including diligence/VDR management, entity management, UCC/SEC/Blue Sky filings, and closings/post-closing processes.
• Proficiency with document management, collaboration, e-signature, closing management, entity management, and e-filing platforms.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills, with the ability to align decisions to business objectives.
• Demonstrated leadership, accountability, and client service excellence, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information, manage competing priorities, coordinate vendors, and maintain flexibility to meet business needs.

Benefits

• The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.
• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
• Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
• Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
• Education reimbursement annually.
• Dedicated Talent Development team.
• Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.

New York, San Francisco salary range: $152,000.00-$212,000.00, plus bonus.

Boston salary range: $144,000.00- $202,000.00. plus bonus.

#LI-Hybrid

This onsite role is for a hands-on procurement operations owner who has built systems while execution was already underway in fast-moving, hardware-first technology environments. You know how to keep work moving when priorities shift, timelines compress, and requirements are still evolving—you're comfortable owning outcomes when there isn't a playbook yet and you want to be close to the work where decisions actually matter.

They're looking for someone who knows how to stand up procurement operations and influence outcomes immediately. You'll own details of policy, trade, tax, 3-way match, inputs that get to clean financial statements, etc. This role beyond strategic sourcing. It is well-suited for a successful Senior Manager ready for Director-level scope, or a Director who prefers hands-on ownership and operational impact over hierarchy.

You will be the day-to-day owner of how engineering demand, supplier execution, and financial governance connect across the business—ensuring controls work, decisions move, and hardware arrives when it's supposed to.

You will sit within finance and coordinate directly with multiple hardware engineering teams, owning how demand, approvals, spend, and supplier execution flow across the organization. You will make procurement work in environments where timelines are tight, requirements evolve quickly, and credibility is earned by delivery. This is not an ivory-tower strategy role and not a policy-setting role. It is a hands-on execution role for someone who understands strategy but proves value by delivering under real operating conditions.

This role starts with immediate ownership and hands-on execution. You'll be the first person responsible for building and operating this specialized procurement enablement function. Over time, as the work stabilizes and your value is proven with your partners, the role is expected to help shape and build a lean, high-impact team. Early success is defined by credibility, momentum, and results—not by headcount. Longer-term success is defined by building durable systems and a team within finance that enables the business to scale.

What You'll Actually Be Doing

You will personally own procurement enablement for large-scale infrastructure and systems hardware programs. And you will be the primary owner for making procurement execution work across these programs. That means working directly with engineering leaders who expect fast answers, sound judgment, and solutions that move work forward. You will translate real technical needs into executable purchasing, contracting, approval, and payment paths that finance can support and scale.

You will support hardware programs spanning prototype, test, and production, where decisions are constrained by physical materials, manufacturing realities, and real-world delivery timelines.

Your time will be spent unblocking issues, fixing gaps, tightening processes where they matter, and making tradeoffs between speed, cost, and control in real time, including ownership of procurement systems, controls, approvals, and supplier execution paths that keep programs moving without introducing friction or risk.

Who This Is For

This role will resonate with operators who have built, shipped, or supported complex hardware products inside large, technically demanding organizations—where manufacturing, engineering, finance, and supply chain are tightly coupled, and where execution speed, supplier access, and decision quality are direct sources of competitive advantage.

This role is designed for someone who has already:

• personally owned procurement outcomes inside large, complex technology hardware organizations
• operated close to engineering teams under compressed timelines
• been directly accountable when things broke, slipped, or changed
• earned credibility by solving problems directly rather than escalating them
• balanced speed with cost discipline and financial rigor in live environments
• improved processes while execution was already in motion

Where This Experience Is Typically Built

This role is typically a strong fit for operators whose experience was shaped in hardware-first technology companies where procurement had to be built or significantly reworked while products were already being designed, tested, or scaled. These environments often share several characteristics:

• Hardware and software teams are building in parallel, not sequentially
• Supplier strategies, contracts, and controls evolve alongside the product
• Engineering teams expect procurement to move at product-development speed
• Decisions are made with partial information to avoid blocking progress
• Process maturity improves while execution is already underway

This experience is less commonly developed in traditional manufacturing, steady-state automotive OEMs, or mature enterprises where procurement systems, supplier relationships, and approval structures are largely fixed before execution begins.

How You're Expected to Show Up

You move quickly, but you do not move carelessly. You are pragmatic about process, disciplined about outcomes, and comfortable making judgment calls with incomplete data. You are willing to be accountable when things go wrong, learn from failures, and improve processes, systems, and outcomes as a result. You care more about getting it right than getting credit. You are comfortable making first-order decisions where the impact is immediate and visible, and you own the outcome when tradeoffs don't go perfectly.

This is a highly responsive role. You will be in constant motion across Slack, email, meetings, and ad hoc requests. Success requires exceptional follow-through, fast communication, and the ability to keep multiple teams moving without dropping context.

Scope & Level Clarification

This role carries Director-level scope and impact. It begins with hands-on ownership and is expected to grow in responsibility as systems stabilize and the team matures.

Why This Role Is Worth Doing

This is an opportunity to operate at a very senior level, close to the work, in an environment where procurement actually matters. You will have the chance to prove yourself through execution, build trust with demanding partners, and help shape how procurement enablement works while the business is moving.

Compensation will be competitive and aligned with senior, hands-on leadership roles in large technology hardware environments.

Process & Confidentiality

This is a high-priority search for a critical hire. We are looking to move from initial conversation to offer in weeks, not months. Because of the immediate need for onsite collaboration in San Francisco, local candidates are preferred.

• Our firm is the only external search group working directly with the hiring executive on this role. This posting is the fastest and most direct route to consideration.
• Confidentiality first. We understand the sensitive nature of exploring new roles at this level; your interest will be held in strict confidence.