MIxed Signal Circuit Design Staff Engineer
POSITION DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a brilliant Mixed-Signal Circuit Design Staff Engineer to spearhead our early-stage hardware development. In this role, you will bridge the gap between abstract theoretical concepts and tangible hardware implementations, taking designs from Theory to First Implementation at the schematic level. You will architect, simulate, analyze, and debug complex circuits. You will also serve as a key technical liaison, driving critical architectural and vendor selection decisions through rigorous quantitative simulation and analysis.
Employment Type: Full-Time Salaried
Primary Location: USA-CA-Pleasanton
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Concept-to-Schematic Realization: Translate abstract circuit concepts, block diagrams, and system requirements into specific, realizable implementations at the schematic level.
Applied Research & Hardware Innovation: Bridge the gap between theoretical physics and physical reality. Navigate early-stage R&D to build, test, and validate initial hardware concepts.
Mixed-Signal Interface Design: Architect and design robust interfacing circuitry for high-performance mixed-signal domains, balancing noise isolation, signal integrity, and power constraints.
Advanced Simulation & Analysis: Develop comprehensive SPICE, behavioral, or mixed-mode simulations to validate circuit performance, sweep parameters, and predict yield or corner-case behaviors.
ASIC Vendor Architecture & Selection: Lead technical collaboration with ASIC foundries and vendors; drive architectural, process node, and IP selection decisions backed by data-driven simulations and trade studies.
Diagnostic Debugging & Interpretation: Analyze and interpret complex simulation data versus physical lab anomalies to debug early-stage circuit behavior and isolate root causes of performance deviations.
Cross-Functional Mapping: Collaborate closely with digital and layout teams to translate mixed-signal requirements into clear constraints for chip fabrication or PCB layout.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline with a focus on analog/mixed-signal design.
7+ years of experience in early-stage electronic hardware development, circuit simulation, and schematic capture.
Proven track record of taking complex electronic or semiconductor designs from initial concept/theory through to first physical schematic implementation.
Deep proficiency with industry-standard EDA and simulation tools (e.g., Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre, LTspice, ADS, or Synopsys).
Solid understanding of mixed-signal fundamentals, including data converter interfaces, low-noise amplification, or driver/sensor integration.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
An ideal candidate would have familiarity with:
Experience managing hardware development through formal TRL gateways, specifically adapting designs as they mature from basic research to functional prototypes.
Demonstrated experience interfacing directly with ASIC foundries or silicon vendors to evaluate process design kits (PDKs), standard cell libraries, and packaging options.
Background in analyzing circuit non-idealities (e.g., thermal noise, parasitics, clock jitter, and non-linearities) and translating them into architectural mitigation strategies.
Experience with specialized mixed-signal applications such as high-speed optical steering circuitry, precision low-latency sensing, or resilient tactical communications hardware.
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.
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 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, 3D printing of metals, 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 – Restricted Stock Awards
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
EEO STATEMENT
Bright Silicon Technologies is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, association with a member of a protected class, bereavement leave, color, disability (physical, intellectual/developmental, or mental health/psychiatric), exercising the right to family care and medical leave related to serious health condition of employee or family member, child bonding, or military exigencies, engaging in protected activity, gender identity or expression, genetic information or characteristic, marital status, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristic), military and veteran status, national origin (includes language restrictions), pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL), race (includes hairstyle and hair texture), religious creed (includes dress and grooming practices), reproductive health decision making, sex/gender, and sexual orientation.