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# Senior Hardware Engineer

- **Company:** GEM Inc
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Engineering, Digital Electronics, Firmware, Hardware Design, Radio-Frequency Identification, Schematic Capture, System Testing, PIC Microcontroller, Pcb Layout, Hardware Debugging
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-hardware-engineer-san-francisco-ca--69ab39e3-b669-48e1-adb5-29ebe6aac764

## About the Role

Computer Engineering, Mass Production, Computer Engineering, Computer Firmware, Manufacturing, Cross-Functional, System Validation, Hardware Design, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Layout, Schematics, This role requires a strong technical foundation, hands-on lab expertise, and a passion for solving complex real-world engineering challenges., * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

 * Strong experience in circuit design (analog and digital), schematic capture, and PCB layout.
 * Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation and hardware debugging.
 * Familiarity with microcontrollers, power management, high-speed interfaces, or RF systems (depending on product focus).
 * Understanding of manufacturing processes and compliance standards (e.g., FCC, CE, UL) is a plus.
 * Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
 * Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

## Description

As a Hardware Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and validating electronic hardware systems from early concept through mass production. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with firmware, mechanical, manufacturing, and product teams to transform ideas into robust, scalable, and high-performance products., * Hardware design & development: Design and develop analog and digital circuits, including schematics and PCB layouts

 * Prototyping & validation: Build and test prototypes to validate functionality and performance
 * Cross-functional collaboration: Partner with firmware engineers to ensure seamless hardware-software integration
 * Continuous improvement: Stay current with emerging technologies, components, and industry best practices