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# Embedded Hardware Engineer - High-Density PC - 1953 - Permanent

- **Company:** Collective
- **Location:** München, Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** €80,000.0 - €100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Board Bringup, Altium Designer, Electronic Design Automation, Embedded Software, Radio-Frequency Identification, Signal Integrity, Systems Architecture, Pcb Layout
- **Published:** September 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5871364884

## About the Role

* At least 8-10 years of experience in embedded hardware development
 * Proven expertise in high-density PCB layout and high-speed signal design
 * Familiarity with UWB or RF systems is a strong plus
 * Experience with signal integrity and power integrity simulations
 * Rigor, autonomy, and a collaborative mindset
 * A defense clearance will be necessary for this position - candidates must hold German or Austrian citizenship

## Description

Key points of the position As part of a growing engineering team and in close collaboration with Embedded Software Engineers, you will report to the CTO and be responsible for developing the hardware platforms that power next-generation UWB systems for military applications.

Responsibilities As an Embedded Hardware Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

 * Designing high-density, multi-layer PCBs for high-speed signal applications (up to 9 GHz)
 * Working on complex board layouts in the 50 Ohm domain with single-ended signals
 * Supporting hardware bring-up and integration with embedded software
 * Collaborating with cross-functional teams on system architecture and component selection
 * Running simulations and validating signal integrity
 * Creating and maintaining comprehensive hardware documentation

Technical environment

 * Typical PCB stack-up: 6 layers
 * Frequencies: High-speed signals up to 9 GHz
 * ECAD tools: KiCAD or Altium


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