Staff Hardware Engineer

Anysilicon; Palo Alto, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightAI is seeking a Hardware Engineer to join its innovative team in Palo Alto. You will design and develop next-generation hardware and software systems, leading end-to-end hardware projects from concept to production.

You will work with analog and mixed-signal circuits, PCB layouts using Altium or Cadence, and ARM/MCU platforms, collaborating with global suppliers and supporting Linux-based software integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Over 7 years of hands-on experience in circuit board design.
• Knowledge in embedded system design, testing, and firmware development.

Responsibilities

• Define and capture hardware system features, functions, and interfaces.
• Lead the entire lifecycle of hardware projects from conceptualization to production.
• Specify and present proof-of-concept hardware.
• Collaborate with domestic and international suppliers.
• Establish and uphold company-wide hardware development processes adhering to industry standards.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues in mechanical and electrical components.
• Create and maintain circuit schematics and PCB layouts using Altium or Cadence.
• Facilitate the initiation of new circuit boards with ARM CPUs and MCUs.
• Develop and execute hardware verification test plans.
• Contribute to board support packages for Linux OS.
• Innovate electrical architecture solutions for project requirements.
• Design, model, simulate, and verify analog and digital circuits.
• Optimize PCB layouts for high-speed buses.
• Support software engineering in development and troubleshooting efforts.
• Travel as necessary for hardware bring-up and customer support.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analog design

Mixed-signal design

PCB design

Embedded systems

Hardware verification

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

Cadence

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Job description

BrightAI is a rapidly growing company specializing in AI, IoT, Cloud, and Mobile technologies, seeking a Hardware Engineer to join its innovative team. The ideal candidate will contribute to the design and development of next-generation hardware and software systems, playing a crucial role in transforming business operations.

Responsibilities:

• Define and capture hardware system features, functions, and interfaces.
• Lead the entire lifecycle of hardware projects from conceptualization to production.
• Specify and present proof-of-concept hardware.
• Collaborate with domestic and international suppliers.
• Establish and uphold company-wide hardware development processes adhering to industry standards.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues in mechanical and electrical components.
• Create and maintain circuit schematics and PCB layouts using Altium or Cadence.
• Facilitate the initiation of new circuit boards with ARM CPUs and MCUs.
• Develop and execute hardware verification test plans.
• Contribute to board support packages for Linux OS.
• Innovate electrical architecture solutions for project requirements.
• Design, model, simulate, and verify analog and digital circuits.
• Optimize PCB layouts for high-speed buses.
• Support software engineering in development and troubleshooting efforts.
• Travel as necessary for hardware bring-up and customer support.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Over 7 years of hands-on experience in circuit board design.
• Knowledge in embedded system design, testing, and firmware development.

Skills:

• Strong skills in analog and mixed-signal circuit design and simulation.
• Experience with camera sensors and digital interfaces (MIPI, USB, I2C/SPI, etc.).
• Regulatory experience with FCC and PTCRB certifications.
• Familiarity with electronics test instruments (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.).
• Proficient in Altium or Cadence for PCB design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient soldering skills with IPC610 certification preferred.
• Familiarity with Linux operating system and software testing.