Senior Hardware Engineer
BrightAI Corporation - Palo Alto, CA
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BrightAI is a high-growth company at the forefront of AI, IoT, Cloud, and Mobile technologies. We are dedicated to revolutionizing industries and transforming the way businesses operate. Our team is composed of the best and brightest minds, many of whom have played key roles in leading companies such as Microsoft, Amazon Alexa, SmartThings, and Samsung. As we continue to expand, we are seeking innovative individuals to join us on this exciting journey.We are looking for a Hardware Engineer to join our dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. As a Hardware Engineer at BrightAI, you will play a pivotal role in designing and building next-generation hardware / software / AI systems. You will be responsible for the design, component selection, layout, debug and validation for our world-class products.ResponsibilitiesDefine and capture hardware system features, functions, and interfaces, guiding products seamlessly through their developmental and certification processesLead and oversee the entire lifecycle of a hardware project, from conceptualization to production, ensuring all aspects align with project goals and specificationsSpecify, construct, and present proof-of-concept hardware, demonstrating a deep understanding of its functionality and potentialCollaborate with both domestic and international suppliers, fostering effective communication and maintaining strong working relationshipsEstablish and uphold comprehensive company-wide hardware development processes, adhering to industry standards such as CMMI or equivalent methodologiesIdentify, integrate, and troubleshoot issues in both mechanical and electrical hardware components, ensuring seamless system functionalityProficiently create and maintain circuit schematics and PCB layouts using Altium or Cadence tools, demonstrating precision and attention to detailFacilitate the successful initiation of new circuit boards containing ARM CPUs and MCUs, managing the entire process from conception to implementationDevelop and execute hardware verification test plans, ensuring the robustness and reliability of the hardware solutionsContribute to the creation of board support packages for Linux OS, including the installation and modification of software drivers as neededInnovate electrical architecture solutions to optimize designs for the unique requirements of each new projectDesign, model, simulate, and verify both analog and digital circuits to meet project specifications and performance criteriaSkillfully layout and optimize routing on PCBs, with a focus on high-speed buses to enhance overall system performanceProvide essential support to software engineering in development and troubleshooting efforts, fostering a collaborative and cohesive work environmentUndertake travel as necessary to support critical hardware bring-up, manufacturing processes, and customer support initiativesFulfill other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success and efficiency of the hardware development teamSkills and ExpertiseBachelor/'s or Master/'s degree in Electrical EngineeringOver 4 years of hands-on experience with a strong emphasis on circuit board designKnowledge in embedded system design, encompassing circuit design, testing, debugging, and firmware developmentStrong skills in analog and mixed-signal circuit design and simulationExperience in selecting, interfacing, and configuring camera sensorsExperience in designing and implementing digital interfaces, including MIPI (camera and display), USB, I2C/SPI, SDIO, UART as well as wireless protocols such as LTE, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi/BluetoothRegulatory experience, particularly with FCC and PTCRB certifications and familiarity with electronics test instruments (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, meters, spectrum analyzers, etc.)Familiarization with video pipeline principalsApplied knowledge of modern printed circuit board schematic and layout design software (Altium or Cadence)Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present a strong rationale for design decisionsProficient soldering skills, including placing and replacing both Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and thru-hole components; IPC610 certification preferredFamiliarity with using and testing software in the Linux operating systemUnderstanding of verification and validation strategies/executionBonusExpertise in wireless antenna design, simulation, and testingSkills in Python and Bash scriptingExperience with Docker container technologyHands-on knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Systems #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-09-22