Hardware Engineering Director

About The JobOur Hardware group 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 Hardware Engineer Director 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, layoutconsiderations, and implementation. Provide guidance on fabrication and assembly.Work with advanced PCB technologies such as MLO, mSAP and SLPDevelop 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.Requirements:What We’re Looking For:B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering.Experience in design ownership on major blocks/clusters from definition through implementation phases.10+ 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.