TL;DR

Prototype Engineer (Embedded Software): Design and develop custom hardware prototypes including PCB layouts and automotive communication systems for autonomous vehicle platforms with an accent on hardware-software integration and prototype validation. Focus on designing reliable hardware solutions, managing PCB fabrication, and ensuring manufacturability for volume production.

Location: Foster City, CA, United States (Hybrid)

Salary: $155,000 - $211,000 per year

Company

%hirify_global% develops fully autonomous vehicle fleets and ecosystems, combining robotics, machine learning, and design to innovate urban mobility-as-a-service.

What you will do

Design and develop hardware prototypes including circuit analysis and PCB layouts using Automotive CAN and Ethernet.
Use Altium Designer for schematic capture, PCB design, component selection, and order processing.
Collaborate with technicians on mounting fixtures, harness building, PCB assembly, and reworking.
Conduct thorough testing and validation of hardware designs.
Generate detailed documentation to support replicability and manufacturability in volume production.

Requirements

Location: Must be able to work in Foster City, CA (Hybrid).
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field with 5+ years experience.
Experience in hardware design, PCB layout, and prototype development with proficiency in Altium Designer or similar.
Strong programming skills in Python for software solutions and hardware debugging.
Familiarity with PCB fabrication and assembly processes and automotive communication standards (CAN, Ethernet).

Nice to have

Experience using Linux as a development environment for hardware-software integration and testing.
Knowledge of network interfaces and protocols such as IP, VLAN, and routing.

Culture & Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including paid time off, health insurance, and stock options (Amazon RSUs and %hirify_global% Stock Appreciation Rights).
Supportive of diverse perspectives and inclusive hiring practices.
Accommodation available for application and interview process.