Hardware Design Engineer

Direct message the job poster from Analog Photonics Analog Photonics is a Boston-based technology company specializing in advanced, large-scale, high-performance photonic and electronic application-specific integrated circuits. We leverage our proprietary silicon photonic platform to serve the automotive lidar and data communications markets with innovative, chip-scale solutions. Our portfolio includes state-of-the-art silicon photonics-based designs, including the world's best optical phased arrays. These designs are fabricated in a 300mm CMOS foundry using a proprietary platform optimized for low cost, high reliability, and high yield. Overview We’re seeking a self-starting hardware design engineer for our automotive LiDAR business area. As a Hardware Engineer, you will be responsible for capturing electrical requirements, designing and testing complex mixed-signal PCBs, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in digital and analog design, low-noise circuits, FPGAs, controls, and some knowledge of electro-optics or photonics. Strong communication skills, an open mind, and a collaborative spirit are essential. Join us if you : Are interested in working in a fast-growing startup Are enthusiastic about disruptive silicon photonics in automotive LiDAR Thrive in dynamic team environments Skill Requirements Design and testing of low-noise circuits Experience with high-speed ADCs and DACs Experience with FPGAs Basic knowledge of control systems Managing manufacturing and production of boards and modules Designing complex systems amidst risk and uncertainty Required Qualifications : Strong hands-on engineering and prototyping skills Schematic capture and layout of analog, mixed-signal, and high-speed designs (Altium preferred) Ability to select ICs and guide architecture decisions Knowledge of SPICE, MATLAB, or other simulation tools Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with 7+ years or Master’s with 5+ years of experience The ideal candidate will have experience in several of these areas : Mixed-signal PCB design Electro-optic systems, especially LiDAR Digital communication protocols (USB, Ethernet, RGMII / SGMII, I2C, SPI, UART) FPGA design and debugging, especially Xilinx devices Digital signal processing This is a full-time, on-site position available immediately. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Design Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr