Product Manager, Hardware
At Qu you will: As Senior Product Manager, Hardware Platform, you will own the strategy and execution for the physical layer of our platform — spanning first-party devices, certified hardware, and the OS + peripheral ecosystem that powers them. This role is critical to delivering a scalable, flexible hardware strategy: lead with Qu hardware where it differentiates, and enable customer-owned hardware through certification and compatibility. Responsibilities: Own hardware platform strategy Define and execute Qu’s hybrid hardware approach (first-party + certified ecosystem) Drive roadmap across POS terminals, handhelds, kiosks, and peripherals Bridge hardware, OS, and software Lead cross-platform strategy across Windows (x86) and Android Define migration and compatibility approach from legacy systems to modern architectures Partner with engineering on device abstraction and platform consistency Own peripherals & device ecosystem Define strategy for connectivity (USB, Bluetooth, network) and device communication Drive peripheral support (printers, payments, scanners, etc.) and driver reliability Ensure consistent performance across diverse hardware environments Build certification & partner ecosystem Establish and scale hardware certification programs Partner with OEMs, device manufacturers, and payment providers Enable customers to extend lifecycle of existing hardware investments Deliver end-to-end execution Own product lifecycle from concept → launch → scale Align hardware roadmap with platform and GTM strategy Drive tradeoffs across cost, performance, durability, and deployment speed What we're looking for: 5+ years of product management experience with hardware, device platforms, or embedded systems Strong understanding of Windows (x86) and Android architectures Experience with peripherals, connectivity, and driver ecosystems Track record working with hardware vendors, OEMs, or certification programs Ability to operate across hardware, software, and platform layers Experience in restaurant tech, payments or point of sale