Electrical Engineer – ASIC Applications and LDA Development

Job Title

Electrical Engineer 6 ASIC Applications and LDA Development

Role Summary

Lead specification, qualification, and integration of custom mixed-signal ASICs for Lightfield Directing Array (LDA) products. Develop test systems and characterize silicon and MEMS-related ICs to support optical communications and light-control applications.

Collaborate with hardware, embedded firmware, and cross-functional teams to validate PCBAs, define IC requirements, and resolve field issues.

Experience Level

Mid-level; at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Primary duties focus on test and qualification of custom silicon and hardware integration.

• Develop electronics and PCBAs for testing and qualification of custom ASICs for LDA systems.
• Design schematics and PCB layouts; validate hardware produced from foundry silicon.
• Characterize mixed-signal ASICs, MEMS actuation and position sensing ICs, and conduct reliability testing.
• Work with high-voltage electronics, digital systems, and embedded MCUs to integrate solutions.
• Create test plans, build test systems, and perform hardware troubleshooting and validation.
• Define requirements for custom ICs to improve performance and efficiency in LDA systems.
• Manage product lifecycle, source components, and coordinate with vendors.
• Prepare technical documentation for internal and external use and collaborate across teams.

Requirements

Core technical skills and experience required; degree expectations are listed under Education Requirements.

• Minimum five years of relevant hands-on experience in hardware development or ASIC test/qualification.
• Full-stack PCB design experience covering specifications, design, and system integration.
• Proficient with ECAD tools such as Altium, Cadence Allegro/OrCAD, or KiCad.
• Experienced with electronic test equipment and hardware troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with scripting for test automation and data analysis (Python or MATLAB).
• Strong communication skills and proven ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive in identifying technical risks, attention to detail, and a systems-level perspective.
• Nice to have: prior experience with MEMS, high-voltage electronics, embedded MCUs, and reliability testing.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field is preferred. The posting allows equivalent practical experience in lieu of a degree.

About the Company

Company: Bright Silicon Technologies

Headquarters: Pleasanton, CA, USA

Developer of Lightfield Directing Array (LDA) technology and custom mixed-signal silicon solutions for optical communications and light control. The company designs and integrates ASICs, MEMS actuation/position sensing, and supporting electronics for testing, qualification, and product deployment.