Electrical Engineer - Mixed Signal

About the Role

Bright Silicon Technologies commercializes its Lightfield Directing Array (LDA), a semiconductor-scale micromirror platform for dynamically routing optical connections in AI, high-performance computing, and communications systems. Conventional electronic and optical networks are constrained by power consumption, switching speed, and scalability. Bright Silicon’s MEMS-based platform provides scalable, low-latency, high-mobility backbone networks for physical AI, autonomous systems, and robotics, realizes neutral atom quantum computing and networking deployment, and enables massive GPU/TPU cluster size expansion.

We are looking for an EE to own the development of the core analog, mixed-signal, and control electronics for BST’s LDA technology. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in our Pleasanton, CA office to deploy the next generation of optical MEMS technology.

What you'll do

• Lead the development of electronics and PCBAs for closed-loop MEMS control in BST’s LDA products
  • Hardware tech stack: High voltage electronics, digital and FPGA systems, custom silicon (ASICs), power electronics, embedded MCU/MPUs, DACs/ADCs, analog and digital signal processing, and RF
  • Project workflow: System architecting, analysis and simulation, schematic capture and layout, component and board fabrication sourcing, PCB bench validation and system integration, and integration into the LDA system
  • Design projects: Highly parallel actuation and sense circuits for closed-loop MEMS control; Test and qualification platforms for custom mixed-signal ASICs; and MEMS calibration and measurement systems
• “Get it to actually work” – Develop solutions for PLM and scaling to production, troubleshoot and diagnose field issues, and design for compatibility with relevant environmental, EMC, and regulatory standards
• Integrate custom FPGA and ASIC designs – including producing functional specifications, developing test plans and infrastructure, and integrating these components into board-level designs
• Collaborate across technical domains by working with BST’s mechanical, production, software, and product teams to: scope system-level designs, capture subsystem requirements, and integrate working electronics to ship LDA systems.
• Source and manage external customers and vendors
• Produce technical documentation for internal use and external release

What we're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field or related experience
• 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Experience in full-stack PCB design; detailed specification, design, hardware bringup, and integration
• Experience with ECAD tools: Altium, Allegro/OrCAD, Eagle, KiCad, or others
• Experience with electronic test equipment and troubleshooting hardware issues
• Experience with circuit simulation tools for analog, digital, or RF designs
• Excellent communication skills and experience working with a cross-functional, distributed team
• Self-starter mentality with a proactive approach to uncovering risks and managing dependencies
• System-oriented, with the ability and desire to dive deep into the smallest detail
• U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual), as the role involves CUI and ITAR material

Nice to have

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in electrical engineering or a related field
• Custom ASIC / silicon design, verification, tape-out, test, or system integration and implementation
• Board designs incorporating FPGAs, custom silicon, and/or data acquisition systems
• FPGA/RTL development
• Advanced electronics packaging design
• High-voltage circuit design and modeling (>200V) at the chip, board, or system level
• Embedded systems - architecture, firmware development
• Experience in applying controls theory principles
• Semiconductor fabrication or MEMS technology

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At BST we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.



 

Why BST

• Work on a mission that provides un-jammable, low-probability-of-intercept connectivity for contested environments
• Engineer-led culture in Pleasanton, CA, with competitive compensation and equity
• Our engineers have a high degree of ownership and autonomy in their projects

Company Overview

At Bright we are building precision optical systems to guide data for a new era of communication. Our technology introduces an unprecedented level of precision, agility, and versatility to directing light. We are experts in precision engineering, optical design and product development who are delivering technological breakthroughs to revolutionize photonics. The Lightfield Directing Array (LDA) has the potential to revolutionize optical system markets such as laser communication terminals for terrestrial and satellite mesh networks, optical switching for data centers, LIDAR for autonomous car and drones, additive manufacturing, and many others. 

Founded in 2020, Bright Silicon Technologies’ goal is to build an enduring technology manufacturing company, with first product to market in 2026. In this position, you will play a critical role in the creation, launch, and scaling of a new advanced technology product. We offer competitive market salaries as well as equity incentives so that every team member owns a piece of our success. We’re an engineer-led company, and we value efficiently and effectively completing our work while sustaining a long-term work/life balance. 

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including, but not limited to the following:

• Equity Incentive Plan
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision along with other voluntary benefits
• 3% employer contribution to employee 401(K)
• Development and career growth opportunities
• Generous paid time off and paid company holidays