Senior Hardware Engineer

About the Job

NP is seeking an experienced system/board designer to join our Hardware Group. This team leads the development of electro-optical devices and systems for next-generation data centers. NewPhotonics is revolutionizing data center processing with novel photonic engines that address power and performance challenges. We are looking for a Sr. Hardware Engineer to join our dynamic team and play a key role in shaping the technological landscape of our organization.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Participate in the research and development of next-generation electro-optical (EO) devices and sub-systems for high-speed communication.
• Define electrical specifications for EO sub-systems and evaluation boards, including schematic design, component selection, characterization, layout considerations, and implementation. Provide guidance on fabrication and assembly.
• Work with advanced PCB technologies such as MLO, mSAP, SLP, and more.
• Develop high-speed designs supporting speeds up to 224 Gbps.
• Lead the bring-up of optical/RF boards.
• Collaborate with hardware project teams, including Board Design, Mechanics, Thermal, PCB Layout, Production, Software/Firmware, Photonics, and more.
• Utilize state-of-the-art laboratory equipment.

What We’re Looking For

• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in design ownership on major blocks/clusters from definition through implementation phases.
• 8+ years as a board designer with experience in executing complex hardware projects.
• Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong hands-on lab skills.
• Expertise in multi-layer PCB design and technology.
• Understanding of ASIC design flow, substrate design, and packaging.
• Experience in designing products for high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong project management skills, independence, and excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in SI and PI simulations and debugging.
• Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, VNAs, and spectrum analyzers.

What Will Make You a Star Candidate

• Experience with optical transceivers.
• Experience in lab automation using Python-based tools.
• Familiarity with IEEE standards.
• Knowledge of photonic integration technology and its ecosystem.