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Principal Hardware Engineer

USA - CA - San Jose (Ridder)💼 Full-time💰 $134,750–$134,750🗓 2026-09-02 → 2026-09-25

Core

Subject-matter expert in hardware design, opto-electronic packaging, and materials science for high-performance optical transceivers.

Role type

Principal Hardware Engineer (Optical/Photonic Systems)

Builds

High-performance, energy-efficient optical transceivers for telecom and data center applications

Domain

Optical communications, photonic systems, hardware design

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

High-speed circuit design, opto-electronic packaging, materials science, PCB design, test equipment operation, Python scripting, cross-functional leadership

Preferred skills

Innovation in testing methodologies, multi-disciplinary approach (optical/mechanical/electrical/materials), strategic influence, continuous improvement, global collaboration

Technologies

DSPs, drivers, TIAs, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, DCA, Python

Responsibilities

Mentor technical leads and junior members on hardware design and packaging; Lead planning and execution of advanced testing and analysis; Provide expert guidance on cost-effective packaging and component integration; Own and innovate on high-speed PCB design; Drive cross-functional projects involving firmware, test, and manufacturing; Collaborate with global teams to deliver industry-leading products

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic mentorship

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