Sr. Hardware Project Manager
Global Engineering D&D
At Aristocrat, we're committed to crafting outstanding experiences for millions of players worldwide. As our Sr. Hardware Project Manager, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, leading ambitious projects that build the future of gaming. Join a world-class team dedicated to flawless execution and continuous improvement. This is your chance to create a significant impact within a dynamic and collaborative environment.
What You'll Do
Offer complete project management direction for complex NPD and NTD programs from concept through development, validation, and production release.
Own delivery outcomes, ensuring programs meet committed schedule, cost, quality, and regulatory targets.
Lead and influence cross-functional teams across engineering, product management, operations, supply chain, and external partners to drive alignment and execution.
Develop and maintain coordinated project plans, including schedules, budgets, risks, dependencies, and resource considerations.
Drive achievement planning and execution aligned to compressed market timelines and portfolio priorities.
Identify, assess, and manage risks and issues, including defining mitigation strategies, resolving conflicts, and advancing where required.
Act as the single point of accountability across collaborators, ensuring clear ownership, communication, and decision-making throughout the development lifecycle.
Coordinate supplier and manufacturing operations, including prototype builds, validation, and production readiness.
Lead the transition from development to NPI, ensuring readiness for manufacturing and successful product launch.
Improve execution efficiency by identifying and removing blockers, simplifying workflows, and reducing coordination overhead for engineering teams.
Provide accurate, timely, and outcome-focused reporting on project status, risks, and performance against key achievements.
Contribute to the evolution of Hardware PMO processes, tools, and governance to support increased portfolio scale and complexity.
What We're Looking For
Demonstrates strong responsibility for delivery results, capable of working in intricate and rapidly changing settings.
Proven experience driving execution across cross-functional teams without direct authority.
Strong capability to manage multiple complex and interdependent projects simultaneously.
Ability to influence collaborators, resolve conflicts, and drive alignment across global, matrixed teams.
Proven ability to manage ambiguity, make trade-offs, and maintain delivery momentum under pressure.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical collaborators.
Demonstrated ability to improve delivery processes, not just manage project activities.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred.
7+ years of experience delivering complex product development programs.
Project Management certification (PMP, Agile, or equivalent) preferred.
Experience in hardware product development, regulated industries, or high-complexity environments preferred.
About Us: Aristocrat and Aristocrat Gaming
Aristocrat is an Australia-based entertainment and content-creation company powered by technology to deliver world-leading mobile and casino games, entertaining millions of people across the globe daily. The Aristocrat organisation includes three prestigious business units: Aristocrat Gaming, Product Madness, and Aristocrat Interactive. As an award-winning organization, we thank our wonderful people for earning us numerous prestigious honors and recognitions.
Aristocrat Gaming is a part of Aristocrat and the world’s number one premium provider of casino games, innovative technology, and customer-experience solutions. We have over 70,000 electronic game machines and 10+ creative studios, and have been ranked as the #1 top game supplier for five consecutive years. Aristocrat Gaming supports every facet of gaming floor operations from product to sales, systems, and service. Our products are renowned for innovative hardware, vivid graphics, groundbreaking mechanics, and superior performance, and our creative and technical talent is the best in the industry.
Aristocrat understands that keeping you engaged and excited about your professional setting is the ultimate fuel for our success and creativity, and we strive to keep your best interests our top priority. In addition to competitive pay, we’re proud to offer world-class benefits, flexible work environments, and a workplace that is unparalleled. Apply today and take your career on a journey of fascinating tomorrows.
Aristocrat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on gender, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Diversity and Inclusion are integral to our values of Talent Unleashed, Collective Brilliance, Good Business, Good Citizen, and It’s All About the Player.
Travel Expectations Up to 5%
Additional Information
Depending on the nature of your role, you may be required to register with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.
Why Aristocrat?
Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.
We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V
Our Values
Travel Expectations
Up to 25%
Pay Range
$84,000 - $156,000 per year
Our goal is to pay a market competitive salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education, skills, work location, and internal pay equity.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching, more details available at https://atibenefits.com/.
Additional Information
This role is subject to mandatory background screening and regulatory approvals. As part of your employment with Aristocrat, you may be required to complete a criminal background check, submit fingerprints, and obtain licenses or registrations with applicable gaming regulatory authorities.
Aristocrat operates in a highly regulated environment and holds licenses in over 340 gaming jurisdictions worldwide. To meet our global compliance obligations, you will be required to provide the disclosure of relevant personal and background information to government agencies, sovereign nations/tribal regulators, and other applicable gaming regulatory bodies. This is a condition of Aristocrat’s gaming licenses. The specific information required may vary depending on the jurisdiction and project assignment.
At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
