Hardware Systems Engineer

Verra Mobility; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Verra Mobility in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Senior Hardware Systems Engineer to design, test, and maintain hardware and software systems for robust operation. You will lead hardware/firmware development, validate against specs, and collaborate with ODMs and firmware teams to optimize performance.

Role emphasizes embedded sensors (camera/radar), sensor fusion, and alignment with product requirements and customer needs. Strong CAD, lab, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical/electromechanical or computer engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a high-volume consumer electronics system environment preferred.
• Experience with schematic and PCB design using Cadence Concept and Allegro or similar CAD tools.
• Lab skills: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, electronic loads, etc.
• Ability to work with firmware codebases; deep firmware skills are not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Design experience in digital logic, power delivery, RF/wireless concepts a plus.
• Experience with high-speed interfaces and signal integrity.

Responsibilities

• Own design, development, field validation, and deployment for hardware/firmware systems.
• Develop specifications from product requirements with hardware teams.
• Create and execute validation test plans against specs and field needs.
• Perform root-cause analyses for hardware and firmware field failures.
• Collaborate with 3rd party ODMs in development and validation.
• Perform acceptance testing for hardware/firmware from vendors.
• Drive device performance via firmware understanding and configuration.
• Own embedded sensor functionality including sensor fusion (cameras, radar).
• Coordinate with commercial teams to meet customer business rules in field.

Skills

Embedded systems

Camera imaging

Radar systems

Firmware

Schematic design

PCB layout

Cadence Concept

Allegro

Lab skills

Scripting

RF concepts

Signal integrity

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Cadence Concept

Allegro

Job description

Position Overview:

Verra Mobility is actively seeking a Senior Hardware Systems Engineer to design, test, and maintain hardware and software systems to ensure they operate efficiently and robustly. This position will report directly to the Edge HW Engineering Manager.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Own the design, development, field validation, and deployment for Verra’s complex hardware / firmware systems.


• Be (or become) a subject matter expert in the field of camera imaging, radar systems, and other embedded sensing devices.


• Work alongside hardware Product team to develop detailed technical specifications from product requirements.


• Develop, execute and own overall validation test plans against technical specifications and field requirements.


• Perform field failure analysis, including root cause and corrective action for both hardware and firmware systems.


• Work closely with 3rd party Original Design Manufacturers, collaborating closely with their engineering and technical teams in product development and validation.


• Develop and perform acceptance testing for hardware / firmware system from 3rd party vendors.


• Work closely with firmware development teams, to drive device performance via understanding of the firmware codebase and configuration.


• Drive and own embedded sensor functionality (including sensor fusion), including but not limited to cameras and radar systems.


• Work closely with commercial and account teams, to ensure customer business rules are met with products in the field.

Essential Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, electro-mechanical or computer engineering or equivalent.


• Minimum 5 years’ relevant industry experience in a high-volume consumer electronics system environment is preferred.


• Experience with schematic, PCB physical design using Cadence Concept and Allegro or similar CAD tools


• Lab skills: oscilloscopes, logic and protocol analyzers, electronic loads, etc.


• Ability to work with firmware codebases, though detailed firmware development skills are not a must


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Design experience in digital logic, simulation, power conversion and delivery.


• Familiarity with RF/wireless concepts a plus.


• Experience with high-speed serial and memory interfaces including signal integrity design and measurement fundamentals.


• Command line interface and scripting skills.


• Specific expertise in multiple of the following areas preferred: CPU or GPU microarchitecture, batteries, power management, analog design, audio, wireless, DisplayPort, HDMI, PCIe, Thunderbolt, USB, SPI, I2C, UART, analog sensors, interconnect.


• Statistical data analysis and visualization (ex. JMP) is a plus.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the feature.

Verra Mobility Values

An ideal candidate for this role naturally works in alignment with the Verra Mobility Core Values:

• Own It.We focus on high performance and drive toward breakthrough outcomes. Our employees ensure accountability, optimize and align work, focus on the customer, and cultivate innovation.


• Do What’s Right.We champion integrity and good character. Our team members model ethical behavior, demonstrate good judgment and are courageous.


• Choose Courage Over Comfort. We lean into the conversations, decisions and actions that move the business forward, even when they feel uncomfortable. We challenge assumptions, address issues early and prioritize progress over ease.


• Win Together. We believe in growing and inspiring people together. We seek people who collaborate, value differences, think and act globally, foster an engaging work environment, and recognize and develop others.

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Verra Mobility is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.