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Potential to grow into a module lead role.\n\nWhat you’ll do\n\nLead PCB and system‑level bringup, first power‑on through functional validation\n\nIsolate failures in a complex system of mixed‑signal ASICs, photonics, DSP chips, and power management ICs, localizing each issue to a specific component or subsystem\n\nDebug hardware/firmware interactions and analog circuit behavior using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers\n\nPerform signal integrity and power integrity measurements; localize sources of noise and cross‑talk\n\nDrive failure analysis on prototype and production units; turn findings into corrective actions\n\nValidate chip‑to‑board communication (I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO)\n\nBuild test plans with clear pass/fail criteria and Python automation for lab and production testing\n\nSupport offshore manufacturing partners on assembly validation, calibration, and production test\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering from a top research university\n\n3–6 years of hands‑on lab experience in PCB bringup, system validation, signal/power integrity, or failure analysis\n\nSolid analog circuit knowledge – bias networks, LDOs, PLLs, ADCs/DACs, mixed‑signal interfaces – and the instincts to debug them at the bench\n\nOpto‑electronic debug experience: optical power meters, photodetectors, spectrum analyzers\n\nPython for test automation and data analysis\n\nFluent reading schematics, layout files, and datasheets\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nBoard‑level work with SiP or ASIC platforms\n\nExperience with embedded microcontrollers, SoCs, and FPGAs\n\nReliability testing (thermal cycling, HALT, HASS); taking products into mass production\n\nBenefits (subject to location and local regulations)\n\nCompetitive salary and equity\n\nComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage\n\nFlexible vacation and time‑off policy\n\nCollaborative, fast‑paced, and inclusive work environment\n\nOpportunity to work on cutting‑edge technologies with a highly cross‑functional team\n\nAbout Lyte\nLyte builds perception systems for Physical AI operating in complex environments. The company combines custom silicon, integrated sensors, and software into a unified platform for robotics, mobility, and next‑generation automation. Lyte is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with a global presence. For more information, visit www.lyte.ai\n\nIf you’re excited about building impactful technology in a dynamic, hands‑on environment, we’d love to hear from you!\n\nThe pay range for this role is: 130,000 - 200,000 USD per year (Bay Area, CA)\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Lyte Ai","rawCompany":"lyte ai","city":"Sunnyvale","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-20T04:20:50.592Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"334519","title":"Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing","slug":"other-measuring-and-controlling-device-manufacturing"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"334419","title":"Other Electronic Component Manufacturing","slug":"other-electronic-component-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"System Validation Engineer","description":"Job Overview\nWe are looking for a hands‑on, lab‑centric person to own system‑level bringup and debug of our electro‑optical hardware – a complex system of mixed‑signal ASICs, photonic modules, DSP chips, and power management ICs. 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