As a Senior Hardware Engineer, you will design next-gen hardware systems, oversee project lifecycles, collaborate with suppliers, and ensure regulatory compliance.
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.
Responsibilities
- Define and capture hardware system features, functions, and interfaces, guiding products seamlessly through their developmental and certification processes
- Lead and oversee the entire lifecycle of a hardware project, from conceptualization to production, ensuring all aspects align with project goals and specifications
- Specify, construct, and present proof-of-concept hardware, demonstrating a deep understanding of its functionality and potential
- Collaborate with both domestic and international suppliers, fostering effective communication and maintaining strong working relationships
- Establish and uphold comprehensive company-wide hardware development processes, adhering to industry standards such as CMMI or equivalent methodologies
- Identify, integrate, and troubleshoot issues in both mechanical and electrical hardware components, ensuring seamless system functionality
- Proficiently create and maintain circuit schematics and PCB layouts using Altium or Cadence tools, demonstrating precision and attention to detail
- Facilitate the successful initiation of new circuit boards containing ARM CPUs and MCUs, managing the entire process from conception to implementation
- Develop and execute hardware verification test plans, ensuring the robustness and reliability of the hardware solutions
- Contribute to the creation of board support packages for Linux OS, including the installation and modification of software drivers as needed
- Innovate electrical architecture solutions to optimize designs for the unique requirements of each new project
- Design, model, simulate, and verify both analog and digital circuits to meet project specifications and performance criteria
- Skillfully layout and optimize routing on PCBs, with a focus on high-speed buses to enhance overall system performance
- Provide essential support to software engineering in development and troubleshooting efforts, fostering a collaborative and cohesive work environment
- Undertake travel as necessary to support critical hardware bring-up, manufacturing processes, and customer support initiatives
- Fulfill other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success and efficiency of the hardware development team
Skills and Expertise
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Over 4 years of hands-on experience with a strong emphasis on circuit board design
- Knowledge in embedded system design, encompassing circuit design, testing, debugging, and firmware development
- Strong skills in analog and mixed-signal circuit design and simulation
- Experience in selecting, interfacing, and configuring camera sensors
- Experience 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/Bluetooth
- Regulatory experience, particularly with FCC and PTCRB certifications and familiarity with electronics test instruments (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, meters, spectrum analyzers, etc.)
- Familiarization with video pipeline principals
- Applied 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 decisions
- Proficient soldering skills, including placing and replacing both Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and thru-hole components; IPC610 certification preferred
- Familiarity with using and testing software in the Linux operating system
- Understanding of verification and validation strategies/execution
Bonus
- Expertise in wireless antenna design, simulation, and testing
- Proficient in Linux development
- Skills in Python and Bash scripting
- Experience with Docker container technology
- Hands-on knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Systems
Top Skills
AI
Altium
Bash
Cadence
Cloud
Docker
Iot
Linux
Mobile
Python
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