Electrical Hardware Engineer

About UsnEye.ai, a well-funded optical switch startup, is poised to revolutionize the future of data centers. nEye's MEMS-based silicon photonics optical circuit switches (OCS) eliminate critical bottlenecks in AI processing by enabling direct optical connections among thousands of GPUs and memory units. The company's OCS is an ultra-low power consumption, high radix, compact chip-scale design, offering hyperscale data centers enhanced performance, efficiency, and scalability.nEye.ai, a well-funded optical switch startup, is poised to revolutionize the future of data centers. nEye's MEMS-based silicon photonics optical circuit switches (OCS) eliminate critical bottlenecks in AI processing by enabling direct optical connections among thousands of GPUs and memory units. The company's OCS is an ultra-low power consumption, high radix, compact chip-scale design, offering hyperscale data centers enhanced performance, efficiency, and scalability.Job OverviewWe are seeking an Electrical Hardware Engineer to join our hardware team and work closely with the Lead Hardware Engineer, Digital & Embedded Systems to develop, bring up, debug, and validate electronic systems that control our optical switching platform.This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys hands-on hardware development and lab work: someone who can move between schematic design, PCB layout, board bring-up, debugging, and system testing.You will play a key role in bringing new hardware designs to life, helping integrate electronic systems with MEMS and photonics technology.Key ResponsibilitiesHardware Bring-Up & DebuggingPerform initial bring-up of new circuit boards and hardware prototypesDebug and troubleshoot electrical issues using lab equipmentDiagnose problems related to power systems, digital interfaces, and mixed-signal circuitsWork closely with firmware and FPGA engineers to validate hardware functionalityHardware Testing & ValidationDevelop and execute test plans for prototype hardwareBuild test setups and validation environments for electronic systemsCharacterize hardware performance and identify root causes of failuresSupport system-level testing and integrationHardware Design SupportAssist with schematic capture and PCB design using Altium DesignerContribute to the design and implementation of mixed-signal electronic systemsWork with the hardware lead to implement subsystem designs and revisionsSupport component selection and board revisions as designs evolveAssist in defining electrical hardware standards, processes and libraries for nEye designsSystem IntegrationIntegrate control electronics with optical switching hardwareCollaborate with photonics, firmware, and FPGA teamsParticipate in design reviews and hardware validation activitiesRequired Qualifications & SkillsBS or MS in Electrical Engineering5-10 years of experience designing and debugging electronic hardwareStrong PCB design experience using Altium DesignerHands-on experience with board bring-up, debugging, and hardware validationStrong lab skills using equipment such as:oscilloscopesmultimeterselectronic loadslogic analyzersStrong soldering skills, including ability to work with small components (down to 0402 size)Experience with digital and mixed-signal circuit designStrong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skillsDeep familiarity using AI tools (e.g., LLMs, copilots) to accelerate engineering workflows, debugging, and problem-solvingPreferred ExperienceExperience working with FPGA-based systems (including knowledge of Verilog/VHDL)Embedded firmware experience (C/C++)Familiarity with high-speed interfaces (PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, LVDS, etc.)Experience building prototype hardware systemsExperience working in early-stage hardware development environmentsnEye.ai is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Starting salary and title will depend on, and be commensurate with, relevant experience, skills, training, education, market demands, and the ultimate job duties and requirements.#J-18808-Ljbffr