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Senior Hardware Engineer, Electronics

OrionsleepSan Francisco🇺🇸United StatesPosted Aug 1, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll architect and build Orionsleep's next-generation hardware platform, gaining invaluable experience in end-to-end product development. This role is perfect for a seasoned hardware engineer with a passion for consumer electronics and a knack for innovative design, offering a chance to significantly impact a growing company. Apply now to lead exciting projects and shape the future of their technology!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
San Francisco, United States
Posted
2 months ago
C++

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Architect, design, and build our second generation hardware platform from concept to production

  • Own full system design including PCB layout, component selection, power management, and thermal management systems

  • Design and integrate thermoelectric cooling solutions with appropriate thermal control and monitoring

  • Develop cable assemblies and interconnect solutions for product reliability and manufacturability

  • Build robust, production-ready boards that can withstand real-world use and stress conditions

  • Establish hardware validation protocols including environmental stress testing, thermal cycling, and reliability testing

  • Work directly with overseas vendors and CMs for component sourcing, manufacturing, and quality control

  • Mentor and manage junior hardware engineers as the team grows

  • Ensure seamless integration between hardware, firmware, mobile apps, and backend services

  • Drive DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and cost optimization while maintaining quality standards

Requirements

  • 5+ years designing and shipping consumer electronics products

  • Hands-on experience with Realtek and STM32 microcontrollers and their ecosystems

  • Expertise in WiFi/BLE integration and RF debugging

  • Strong background in power electronics design and thermal management systems

  • Specific experience with thermoelectric cooling (Peltier) design and control

  • Proven ability to design robust, reliable boards for high-volume consumer products

  • Experience working with overseas suppliers and CMs across the full product lifecycle

  • Experience mentoring junior engineers and building technical teams

  • Track record of conducting comprehensive stress testing (thermal, vibration, drop, EMC)

  • Strong plus: Firmware development experience (embedded C/C++, RTOS, driver development)

  • Strong plus: Has owned complete hardware products end-to-end from concept through mass production

  • Preferred: Experience taking consumer products through FCC/CE certification