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Senior Electrical Engineer - Compute Hardware

Applied Intuition· Hardware
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Sunnyvale$140k - $220kFull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Electrical engineer specializing in compute hardware for next-generation electric and autonomous vehicles, involved in design from concept to production and collaboration across system, firmware, software, and integration teams.

Responsibilities

  • Design electrical schematics for automotive, off-road, and defense (optional) applications, incorporating SoCs/MCUs, power (SMPS, Linear), memory components (eMMC, DDR, NVMe), and peripherals from concept to production.
  • Design PCB boards that use high & low speed digital interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C, USB, PCIe, MIPI, DP, Ethernet, etc), and automotive interfaces such as LIN, CAN, Flexray. Guide and oversee PCB layout, ensuring it meets DFx standards and adheres to performance, cost, mechanical, thermal, and reliability constraints.
  • Create detailed component block diagrams and engage with PCB/PCBA vendors for fabrication and assembly.
  • Collaborate with system, firmware, software, and integration teams to ensure successful bring-up and validation of the platform.
  • Develop and execute test plans to validate design performance and document results.
  • Stay updated on new technologies to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge and align with industry best practices.

Qualifications

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
  • At least 5 years of hands-on hardware design experience with a strong grasp of digital design and interfaces, including PCIe Gen 3.0/4.0/5.0, Ethernet 1G-T/T1 and 10G-T1, DDR, LPDDR, I2C, SPI, eMMC, USB, UART, and GMSL.
  • Proficient in schematic capture and PCB layout.
  • Skilled in using lab tools such as bench power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and network analyzers.
  • In-depth understanding of PCB manufacturing, product delivery, and extensive experience in testing, validation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
  • Open-minded and collaborative team player, eager to assist others.
  • Excellent technical writing skills for clear communication and documentation.

Skills

Required:Electrical schematic designPCB layout and designDigital interfacesAutomotive interfacesLab/tools proficiency

Benefits

  • Base salary, equity, and benefits as part of total compensation package.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage.
  • 401k retirement benefits with employer match.
  • Learning and wellness stipends.
  • Paid time off.
Last updated Oct 18, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Applied Intuition

Building vehicle intelligence | Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company with the tools, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks for creating safe, AI-powered vehicle experiences.

AIAutonomy stacksSelf-Driving SystemSimulationTesting & ValidationVehicle IntelligenceVehicle OSai-infrastructure-and-development
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