Senior Staff Hardware Engineer - Optical

Job title: Senior Staff Hardware Engineer - Optical

About the Role Lead development of hardware platforms for integrated optical transceiver engines used in high-speed fiber optic communications. The role requires expertise in schematic entry, hardware protocols, PCB fabrication and design, and analog/RF signaling, and involves using high-speed test equipment such as VNAs, PNAs, and high-speed oscilloscopes. You will collaborate with operations, product engineering, test engineering, applications engineering, and Business Development to support hardware development on an on-site basis.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design and development of hardware including DUT cards, interposers, socket designs, and handler boards for complex semiconductor devices.
• Own schematic capture, layout reviews, stack-up optimization, and BOM management for substrates and printed circuit boards.
• Review power integrity (PI) and signal integrity (SI) simulations to ensure compliance with electrical specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across time zones to define hardware requirements and integrate new product features.
• Drive component selection, considering performance, availability, and cost.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts in Python, C++, and MATLAB to streamline validation and correlation processes.
• Interface with manufacturing teams to support DFMA and ensure smooth transition to production.
• Author technical documentation and contribute to internal publications and reports.

What We're Looking For

• Master’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering with 3+ years of experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven expertise in hardware design for semiconductor testing or power delivery systems.
• Strong background in PI/SI analysis using tools such as PowerDC, PowerSI, ADS, HFSS, and Clarity 3D.
• Experience with schematic and layout tools such as Cadence Virtuoso.
• Familiarity with communication protocols including SPI, I2C, I3C, SPMI, and UART.
• Hands-on experience with lab instruments: oscilloscopes, VNAs, signal generators, and electronic loads.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional, global teams.
• Demonstrated ability to publish and present technical work is a plus.

Nice to Have

• Demonstrated ability to publish and present technical work is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: USD 134,390 - 201,300 per year.
• Benefits include employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back, family support programs, robust mental health resources, and recognition and service awards.