Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer - Defense

Kodiak Robotics

Mountain View, CA, United States
Base: $165,000 - $215,000 usd; bonus/equity: equit...
On-site
5+ years hardware development experience
Pcba design expertise required
Mixed analog and digital circuit design
The company is a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer future using AI-powered technology stacks

Job Summary

  • The company is a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer future using AI-powered technology stacks.
  • This role involves designing the full cycle of electrical components for autonomous trucks while ensuring compliance with functional safety requirements.
  • Candidates will receive competitive compensation including equity, biannual bonuses, and comprehensive benefits like medical plans and flexible PTO.

Matching Summary

The company is a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer future using AI-powered technology stacks.

Salary

Base: $165,000 - $215,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Equity and biannual bonuses included; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and wellness perks

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years hardware development experience
  • PCBA design expertise required
  • Mixed analog and digital circuit design
  • CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet protocols
  • EMI/EMC validation testing
  • Root cause analysis of electrical systems

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for autonomous vehicle technology
  • Experience in automotive or aerospace sectors
  • Strong technical documentation skills
  • Hands-on subsystem troubleshooting ability
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Key Requirements

  • BS, MS, or equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Engineering
  • Must be a US person
  • 5+ years of PCBA design experience
  • Deep understanding of mixed analog and digital circuits

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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