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# Senior Hardware Engineer, Electronics

- **Company:** Orion Sleep, LLC
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Device Drivers, Embedded C, Firmware, Hardware Platform Interface, Mobile Application Software, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Reliability Testing, Wi-Fi Technology, Hardware Testing, Backend, Pcb Layout
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=952ec158577ede2f

## About the Role

* 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

## Description

* 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


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