Niko Reid
About Niko Reid
Niko Reid is the Head of Hardware Engineering at SPAN, where he oversees multiple engineering teams. He has extensive experience in hardware engineering, having previously held key positions at companies such as Apple, Whisper.ai, eero, and BlendJet.
Current Role at SPAN
Niko Reid serves as the Head of Hardware Engineering at SPAN, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he manages multiple teams, including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, hardware testing, reliability, and certification. His leadership focuses on ensuring the integration of various engineering disciplines to enhance product development and performance.
Previous Experience at Apple
Niko Reid worked at Apple from 2009 to 2016, where he held two significant roles. Initially, he was involved in iPhone Manufacturing Supplier Quality for three years, contributing to the quality assurance processes of iPhone production. He then transitioned to Mac Product Design, where he spent four years in Cupertino, focusing on the design aspects of Mac products.
Experience at Whisper.ai
At Whisper.ai, Niko Reid was one of the first technical hires and served as Head of Hardware Engineering from 2018 to 2021. He played a crucial role in building out the hardware engineering team, overseeing electrical engineering, mechanical design, reliability, and manufacturing test functions. His contributions were pivotal in the early industrial design and mechanical engineering of the company's smart hearing aid system.
Role at eero
Niko Reid served as Head of Mechanical Engineering at eero from 2016 to 2018. During his tenure, he led the mechanical engineering efforts for the company's Gen 2 Pro and Beacon mesh router products. His leadership contributed to the successful sales of over 1 million units, showcasing his ability to drive product development in a competitive market.
Educational Background
Niko Reid studied at Stanford University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Product Design Engineering from 2005 to 2009. His education provided a strong foundation in design principles and engineering practices, which he has applied throughout his career in various technology and engineering roles.