Staff Hardware Engineer

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 7 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