{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"dd4ed5ce9f5ffe200b9f2620","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dd4ed5ce9f5ffe200b9f2620","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dd4ed5ce9f5ffe200b9f2620","title":"System Validation Engineer","description":"About LyteLyte 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.aiIf you’re excited about building impactful technology in a dynamic, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you!About The RoleWe 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. Your core strength: methodically isolating problems and localizing them to a specific component or subsystem. Potential to grow into a module lead role.What You'll DoLead PCB and system-level bringup, first power-on through functional validationIsolate failures in a complex system of mixed-signal ASICs, photonics, DSP chips, and power management ICs, localizing each issue to a specific component or subsystemDebug hardware/firmware interactions and analog circuit behavior using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzersPerform signal integrity and power integrity measurements; localize sources of noise and cross-talkDrive failure analysis on prototype and production units; turn findings into corrective actionsValidate chip-to-board communication (I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO)Build test plans with clear pass/fail criteria and Python automation for lab and production testingSupport offshore manufacturing partners on assembly validation, calibration, and production testRequired QualificationsBS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering from a top research university3–6 years of hands-on lab experience in PCB bringup, system validation, signal/power integrity, or failure analysisSolid analog circuit knowledge – bias networks, LDOs, PLLs, ADCs/DACs, mixed-signal interfaces – and the instincts to debug them at the benchOpto-electronic debug experience: optical power meters, photodetectors, spectrum analyzersPython for test automation and data analysisFluent reading schematics, layout files, and datasheetsPreferred QualificationsBoard-level work with SiP or ASIC platformsExperience with embedded microcontrollers, SoCs, and FPGAsReliability testing (thermal cycling, HALT, HASS); taking products into mass productionBenefits (subject to location and local regulations)Competitive salary and equity Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan Flexible vacation and time-off policy Collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive work environment Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies with a highly cross-functional team The Pay Range For This Role Is130,000 - 200,000 USD per year(Bay Area, CA)","company":"Lyte","rawCompany":"lyte","city":"Sunnyvale","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T05:04:15.719Z","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":"17-2061.00","title":"Computer Hardware Engineers","slug":"computer-hardware-engineers"}],"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":"About LyteLyte builds perception systems for Physical AI operating in complex environments. 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