Bright Silicon Technologies, located in Pleasanton, Ca is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer who is passionate about moving new technology to production. You will be responsible for integrating cutting edge MEMS hardware with custom and OTS networking devices, as well as precision metrology equipment. Come join a small team pioneering the state-of-the-art in solid-state optical beam-control. If you're a talented "take on anything" engineer and tinkerer, and ready to have a leading role in the future of an exciting technology and valuable company, come join us. Embedded Software Engineer Responsibilities:
- Develop MATLAB code to control MEMS devices AND the metrology equipment measuring the MEMS devices
- Implement Controls Architectures (in MATLAB or C/C )
- Write software to control silicon devices using both standard and custom communications buses.
- Debug low-level issues at the intersection of hardware/ FPGA and ASIC/ firmware/ software.
- Maintain and optimize existing FW on FGPAs
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ years of MATLAB programing experience
- 2+ years of C/C (or similar language) experience
- 2+ years System on Module experience
- 2+ years Verilog or VHDL
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: An ideal candidate would have familiarity with:
- Networking Communications protocols
- Optical Communications
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At BST we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- The position requires a combination of sedentary work and working in a controlled environment reviewing equipment, process development and production.
- Will work in controlled environments requiring special gowning. Will follow gowning requirements and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body.
- This is an on-site role designing, building and testing electrical hardware.
- There will be periodic exposure to manufacturing environments which may present hazards such as noise, electricity, chemicals, and other automated and manual machinery.
COMPANY OVERVIEW At Bright we are building precision optical systems to guide data for a new era of communication. Our technology introduces an unprecedented level of precision, agility, and versatility to directing light. We are experts in precision engineering, optical design and product development who are delivering technological breakthroughs to revolutionize photonics. The LDA has the potential to revolutionize optical system markets such as laser communication terminals for terrestrial and satellite mesh networks, optical switching for data centers, LIDAR for autonomous car and drones, 3D printing of metals, and many others.
Founded in 2020, Bright Silicon Technologies' goal is to build an enduring technology manufacturing company, with first product to market in 2026. In this position, you will play a critical role in the creation, launch, and scaling of a new advanced technology product. We offer competitive market salaries as well as equity incentives so that every team member owns a piece of our success. We're an engineer-led company, and we value efficiently and effectively completing our work while sustaining a long-term work/life balance.
The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including, but not limited to the following:
- Equity Incentive Plan - Restricted Stock Awards
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision along with other voluntary benefits
- 3% employer contribution to employee 401(K)
- Development and career growth opportunities
- Generous paid time off and paid company holidays
EEO STATEMENT Bright Silicon Technologies is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, association with a member of a protected class, bereavement leave, color, disability (physical, intellectual/developmental, or mental health/psychiatric), exercising the right to family care and medical leave related to serious health condition of employee or family member, child bonding, or military exigencies, engaging in protected activity, gender identity or expression, genetic information or characteristic, marital status, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristic), military and veteran status, national origin (includes language restrictions), pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL), race (includes hairstyle and hair texture), religious creed (includes dress and grooming practices), reproductive health decision making, sex/gender, and sexual orientation.