Head of Concept Engineering

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.Head of Concept EngineeringAbout the Team:The Concept team is responsible for leading the development of all prototype devices that enable the experience of new hardware and software to ultimately drive the Device roadmap in the right direction. The team will work quickly to deliver both form factor and functional devices integrating mechanical, electrical and firmware.About the Opportunity:As the Head of Concept in the Device org, you will be responsible for delivering the necessary prototype devices the company needs to make informed decisions. This will require mechanical and electrical design, as well as firmware integration. You will have the opportunity to design and build out a new Concept lab to assist with the mechanical and electrical fabrication of the devices and select the necessary equipment to fabricate in-house.In this role you will:Lead the team of other Mechanical and Electrical engineers in the rapid design and fabrication of necessary prototype parts to integrate into cosmetic and functional prototype devices.Lead the Mechanical design and fabrication of all parts and mechanisms necessary for each Device.Lead the Electrical design and fabrication of custom boards, camera and other sensor placements.Lead the optical design including liquid lens development, optical filter design, actuated polarizer design and 3D TOF sensors, thermal, IR and RGB cameras as necessary to explore new sensors.Support the prototype needs across Industrial Design, Product, Product Design.Optimize for speed and deliver the necessary fidelity of the prototype to enable the right product decision at the company.Capable of producing not only functional models but highly cosmetic ones to enable design decisions.About You:Attention to detail and model making.You enjoy and are skilled at leading high performing teams.Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering or design related discipline.Enjoy a fast-paced environment.Care more about outcome than process.Enjoy solving hard problems and can turn incomplete, conflicting, or ambiguous inputs into action plans.Experience operating autonomously and leading large-scale efforts across multiple teams and functions, with stakeholders in different disciplines across time zones.You are able to handle projects requiring both internal and externally fabricated components.You look around the corners to anticipate potential blockers and navigate effectively.Experience working on complex hardware and software integrated products.Strong written and verbal communication skills, build strong relationships with technical and non-technical stakeholders and teams around the organization in order to drive alignment within the organization.Ability to clearly articulate & read, write and speak in English (company language).Optimally 10+ years of relevant Design leadership experience in Mechanical, Electrical and Optical products ranging from concept.What we offer:

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.401k + employer match program.The reasonably estimated salary for this role at TFH in San Francisco ranges from $300,000 - $350,000, plus a competitive long-term incentive package, and may include variable compensation. 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 and mental health benefits, a 401(k) plan and match, life insurance, flexible time off, commuter benefits, professional development stipend and much more!Please provide an example or evidence of what makes you an exceptional candidate for TFH. This is not intended to be a test but a way for us to learn more about you. The format & length is up to your discretion. Paragraph form, bullet points, a link to your work or portfolio are all acceptable and encouraged.We look forward to reviewing your application!

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