Principal Hardware Engineer (Electronics)

TL;DR

Principal Hardware Engineer (Electronics): Designing and evaluating electrical systems for high-end audio products like soundbars and headphones with an accent on circuit and PCB design. Focus on improving computing hardware efficiency, troubleshooting product defects, and proposing new audio technologies.

Location: Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan

Company

A global leader in connected car and audio solutions, managing iconic brands such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel.

What you will do

• Design and evaluate electrical circuits for AV/HiFi components, soundbars, smart speakers, and headphones.
• Develop specifications, conduct evaluation reviews, and provide technical guidance for ODM vendors.
• Perform comprehensive product quality evaluations and resolve complex technical defects.
• Research and propose new technologies and features for upcoming product planning.
• Manage development schedules and oversee cost control.
• Collaborate with project leaders and cross-functional mechanical, acoustic, and software engineers.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical design specifically for audio products.
• Expertise in at least one domain: analog/digital circuits, power supplies, FPGA/PLD, or amplifier circuits.
• Proficiency with circuit simulators and measurement instruments.
• Basic business-level English proficiency (TOEIC 500 or above).
• Willingness to undertake overseas business trips for meetings and discussions.

Nice to have

• Educational background in electrical, electronic, communications, or acoustical engineering.
• Experience with SoC and DSP components.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee discounts on world-class hirify.global products (JBL, AKG, etc.).
• Professional development through hirify.global University.
• "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment fostering personal growth.