Job Details

About the Role:

We are seeking a hardware lead responsible for bringing advanced wireless optical communication system designs from concept to product. The candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team with expertise in photonics, electronics, control systems, and system integration. In collaboration with other technical leads, the engineer will architect cutting-edge wireless optical communication systems.

This position is ideal for highly motivated individuals who thrive in small, dynamic teams and are passionate about solving challenging problems that can drive high-impact technological advances.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a multidisciplinary R&D hardware team developing next-generation technologies
• Own and drive the hardware design roadmap and technical direction
• Demonstrate strong cross-functional leadership, team management, execution, and influencing skills with ability to communicate effectively at the executive level
• Manage hardware system design, integration, and testing, including building required lab capabilities
• Identify and manage external contract manufacturers and vendors for rapid development and production
• Mentor and coach team members
• Drive impact through technology innovation with a passion for meaningful work

Required Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• 10+ years of industry experience in hardware engineering
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams
• Deep technical domain expertise in photonics and electronic design, including understanding of industry state-of-the-art to inform strategy
• Knowledge in high-speed and mixed-signal circuit design

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience with photonics integrated circuits
• Experience with embedded systems