Wayve
Hardware Engineer
Sunnyvale · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$186k-$248kDetected 46 days ago
PythonC++LinuxMachine LearningPCB DesignEmbedded SystemsRoboticsMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringTCP/IPCommunication
About the role
- We are seeking an experienced Hardware Engineer to join our Hardware team and play a key role in developing next-generation autonomous driving compute platforms.
- This role focuses on low-level electronics design, embedded systems, and high-performance compute integration translating autonomy requirements into robust, scalable hardware systems.
- You will work hands-on with cutting-edge computing platforms, collaborating across hardware, software, and systems teams to design, bring up, and validate mission-critical electronics that enable embodied AI.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop embedded electronics systems for autonomous driving applications
- Architect and implement compute platforms for ML workloads
- Collaborate with software and autonomy teams to optimize hardware for performance, reliability, and scalability
- Own board-level design, bring-up, validation, and debugging across hardware and software boundaries
- Develop high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, USB, and related technologies in an automotive environment
- Work with mechanical engineering teams to design robust electronics hardware
- Lead schematic design, PCB layout reviews, and signal integrity considerations
- Create design and product specification documentation for electronics hardware
- Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure design robustness and production readiness
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in electronics or embedded systems design
- Strong experience with board-level design, bring-up, and debugging
- Experience with high-speed digital interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, USB)
- Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., C, C++, Python)
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Experience with signal integrity, power integrity, and high-speed PCB design
- Experience with firmware or low-level software development (bootloaders, drivers, BSPs)
Compensation
- This role is a full-time role based in Sunnyvale, CA (hybrid) and the reasonably estimated salary for this role ranges from $185,800 to $247,800, plus a competitive equity package.
Company info
- Founded in 2017, Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology. Our advanced AI software and foundation models enable vehicles to perceive, understand, and navigate any complex environment, enhancing the usability and safety of automated driving systems.
- Our vision is to create autonomy that propels the world forward. Our intelligent, mapless, and hardware-agnostic AI products are designed for automakers, accelerating the transition from assisted to automated driving.
- In our fast-paced environment big problems ignite us-we embrace uncertainty, leaning into complex challenges to unlock groundbreaking solutions. We aim high and stay humble in our pursuit of excellence, constantly learning and evolving as we pave the way for a smarter, safer future.
- At Wayve, your contributions matter. We value diversity, embrace new perspectives, and foster an inclusive work environment
- Founded in 2017, Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology.
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