Co-Founder - Product & Technology (Hardware)

Same Teq Private Limited | Mumbai HQ | In-Office Role

We are building a first-in-the-world hardware device in the wellness space, that has the potential to disrupt a trillion-dollar industry.

We are looking for a Co-Founder – Product & Technology to lead the complete hardware development cycle and engineering strategy for this groundbreaking consumer device.

The ideal leader will drive full-stack hardware product execution, manage the end-to-end engagement with our leading Shenzhen manufacturing partner, and build a world-class engineering function at Same Teq.

This role is full-time, in-office (Mumbai), and designed for someone who wants to build a global category-defining product from scratch.

About Same Teq

Same Teq Private Limited is a high-velocity Indian startup developing a globally disruptive consumer electronic device in the wellness space. We are backed by IP filings, advanced R&D collaborations, and a world-class manufacturing ecosystem in Shenzhen.

We are creating a new category. We are building a new experience. We are challenging a trillion-dollar global habit industry.

This role is for someone who wants to help build the next global hardware brand from India.

Role Overview

As Co-Founder – Product & Technology, you will be the engineering brain and execution engine of the company.

You will :

• Lead all technical decisions
• Own the full product development lifecycle (EVT → DVT → PVT → Pilot)
• Work directly with our Shenzhen OD / ODM partner
• Build and manage your own team (full-time, consultants, freelancers)
• Own BOM optimization, hardware architecture, quality, safety, and manufacturability
• Convert the Company’s vision and consumer requirements into an engineered, production-ready device

You will make high-speed decisions on electronics, mechanics, firmware, trade-offs, risks, and timelines, ensuring we deliver a premium, globally scalable product.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead Hardware Product Development (End-to-End)

2. Work Hands-On With Shenzhen Manufacturing Partner

3. Electronics & Embedded Systems Oversight

(Not coding daily—but strong enough to approve decisions)

To avoid :

4. Mechanical & Industrial Design Evaluation

(You may hire an external ID / ME consultant to support this.)

5. Compliance & Global Certification Readiness

6. Build & Lead the Engineering Function

You will have full freedom to build your team :

we provide the support.

7. Documentation, Speed & High-Accountability Execution

Required Skill Sets

Technical Capabilities

Tools & Platforms

Soft Skills

Preferred Background

Compensation

This is a co-founder role, not a regular job.

Why This Role Is Career-Defining

If you want to build something iconic, category-defining, and meaningful — this role is for you.

Write to me on samir@sameteq.com