Senior Hardware Engineer, Analog & Mixed-Signal

Voyant Photonics is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer specializing in Analog & Mixed-Signal electronics to lead the technical direction for their innovative LiDAR modules. This role is pivotal in redefining machine perception through compact, high-performance sensors that are revolutionizing industries such as robotics and autonomous vehicles.

Responsibilities:

• Define the analog and mixed-signal architecture for next-generation LiDAR modules, including TIAs, ADCs, and power delivery systems.
• Act as the technical authority on signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC, establishing design standards and review processes.
• Lead bring-up, characterization, and validation strategy across multiple programs, ensuring robustness and manufacturability.
• Own critical design trade-offs affecting performance, cost, and integration complexity.
• Mentor hardware engineers and provide technical direction in cross-functional reviews.
• Drive supplier and component strategy for critical analog parts, engaging with vendors and foundries.
• Represent hardware engineering in technical discussions with customers, partners, and investors.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of hands-on hardware development experience with end-to-end ownership of high-volume systems.
• Proven leadership in setting technical direction for teams or product lines.
• Expertise in low-noise analog and high-speed digital design.
• Authority on signal/power integrity and EMI mitigation techniques.
• Experience in driving designs through DFM, reliability testing, and yield optimization.

Skills:

• Expert in schematic capture and simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, Altium).
• Advanced skills in SI/PI simulation tools (e.g., HyperLynx, SiWave) and measurement tools (GHz-range scopes, VNAs).
• Extensive experience with FPGAs, microcontrollers, and custom analog ASICs integration.