About the Company:
Worldcoin (www.worldcoin.org) is an open-source protocol, supported by a global community of developers, individuals, economists and technologists committed to expanding participation in, and access to, the global economy. Its community is united around core beliefs in the inherent worth and equality of every individual, the right to personal privacy, and open and public collaboration. These beliefs are reflected in what the community is building: a public utility to connect everyone to the global economy.
The Worldcoin Foundation (www.worldcoin.foundation) is the protocol’s steward and will support and grow the Worldcoin community until it becomes self-sufficient. Tools for Humanity (www.toolsforhumanity.com) is a global hardware and software development company. It helped launch Worldcoin and continues to provide support to the Foundation, in addition to operating the World App.
About the Team:
The Operations & Manufacturing department at Tools for Humanity is responsible for all aspects of driving the Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Logistics,Physical Security, Field Operational Compliance, and Technical Support of our world-class hardware devices reaching billions of people globally. We are a rapidly growing, highly cross-functional team that strategically partners with industrial design, optics, software, market operations, and the finance teams to define product requirements and execute on development. Join our dynamic team as a Field Operations Lead, and contribute to the operational excellence of our organization. We offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.
Job Opportunity:
As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) with Tools for Humanity, you will:
- Oversee hardware engineering programs, focusing on mitigating risks and developing manufacturing strategies.
- Drive cross-functional initiatives, collaborating with engineering, business, finance, design, and legal teams to deliver hardware products on schedule and within budget.
- Utilize your leadership, communication, and organizational skills to make a significant impact across all teams.
Core Responsibilities:
- Manage program logistics from build planning to distribution, including materials requirements and forecasting.
- Lead complex hardware projects from conception through to production, ensuring they meet strict timelines, budget requirements, and quality standards.
- Ensure timely delivery of all production stages (EVT, DVT, PVT, MP) by coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
- Use your expertise in large-scale manufacturing to identify project risks and ensure smooth launches.
- Lead the delivery of strategic cross-functional products from concept to shipment.
- Resolve engineering challenges hands-on and support ongoing supplier relationships.
- Implement and refine production strategies to meet current and future needs of Worldcoin.
About You:
- You have 8+ years of experience managing complex, cross-functional projects in dynamic, agile environments.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field is highly preferred..
- Proven ability to operate effectively and autonomously across multiple teams in situations of extreme ambiguity, with only high-level direction
- Experience building roadmaps, release plans, project plans with a thorough understanding of dependency management using frameworks such as Gantt charts, build matrices, requirements traceability matrices, etc
- Effective communication skills, capable of addressing both technical teams and C-level executives.
- Experience compiling and presenting business & technology options, backed by data & experimentation, to decision makers
- You’re executional driven and have a hands-on mentality!
- Experience with PLM and ERP systems. CAPM or PMP certification is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to dive deep into a subject matter, while simultaneously keeping the bigger picture and strategy at the forefront
- Comfort with legal frameworks and contract negotiation (development, supply, licensing, and service agreements) is a plus
- Fluency in English is a must. German language skills are a plus.
What we offer In Munich:
- An open and collaborative office space in Munich’s Maxvorstadt!
- 30 vacation days on top of public holidays for the region
- Monthly Phone Reimbursement or a company device
- We offer a hybrid work model and care about your mobility, so Tools for Humanity covers your Deutschland Ticket costs
- Free Lunch and Dinner whenever you’re in the office!
What we offer in San Francisco:
- An open and collaborative office space in downtown SF
- Unlimited PTO
- Monthly Phone Reimbursement or a company device
- Daily DoorDash credit for in-office meals
- Top-tier medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k + employer match program
Note: This position is based in either our Munich or San Francisco office.
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Pay transparency statement (for CA and NY based roles):
The reasonably estimated salary for this role at TFH ranges from $140,000 - $200,000, plus a competitive long term incentive package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, TFH offers a wide range of best in class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits for this role including healthcare, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan and match, life insurance, flexible time off, commuter benefits, professional development stipend and much more!
