Senior Electronic Engineer

Job Description

Industry: Telecommunications, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
Seniority for this role: Associate
Job description: Electronics Engineer Location: Milan, Italy Employment Type: Full-time Start date: January-February-March 2025 We are looking for an Electronic Engineer to join our team and contribute to designing and developing cutting-edge electronics for integrated photonics-based hardware products. You will play a key role in creating high-performance electronic boards and systems for multiple use cases, designing hardware prototypes and production-ready solutions, and developing firmware and software APIs for seamless operation and control. In this role, you will contribute to the full product development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing and validation, ensuring our products meet the highest standards of reliability and performance. You will also be constantly exposed to the intricacies of optical and integrated photonic design and testing, often requiring innovative algorithms for calibration and operation. As part of a dynamic, cross-functional team, you will also improve our tools, processes, and products, proactively seeking innovative ways to enhance the way we work and build world-class solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and validate hardware prototypes and production-ready electronic boards , ensuring high reliability, manufacturability, testability, and performance. Create schematic designs (usually mixed analog and digital), simulate circuits, and optimize the cost of the boards. Perform PCB layout design , ensuring signal and power integrity, manufacturability, mechanical integration with physical systems, thermal dissipation, and EMC compliance. Develop firmware for microcontroller-based systems in C/C++ to operate the designed boards and products. Perform in-lab testing, debugging, and validation of electronic boards and full products, ensuring functionality and reliability. Use Python scripting for experiments, instrument control, testing automation, and data analysis. Collaborate with the team to define test plans and ensure successful integration of electronics with photonic-based products. Requirements Core competencies A Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Electronics Engineering or related field; 3+ years of relevant industry experience; Strong expertise in the complete process of PCB design and fabrication , including: Component selection and sourcing. Schematic design (mixed analog and digital). Circuit and component simulation. Layout design , ensuring manufacturability, signal integrity, and proper thermal dissipation. Lab testing and debugging of prototypes and production boards. Strong experience in Firmware design for microcontrollers in C/C++; Experience with Altium Designer and electronics simulation software (e.g., Spice); Proficiency in English for effective communication and documentation The following skills are desirable to facilitate integration into the team: Experience with Python for scripting, automation, instrument control, and data analysis. Familiarity with Git for version control and collaborative development. General knowledge of photonics, integrated photonics, and optical networks; Having worked in teams using Agile methodologies; Desirable side competences We value knowledge in the following fields as side competencies: High abstraction level languages (e.g., Python, C++), with a good understanding of object-oriented programming. Familiarity with RF PCB design and high-speed signal integrity; 3D Design of mechanical parts with an understanding of fabrication processes and tolerances; We welcome candidates from every part of the World as our official language is English. Knowledge of Italian or willingness to learn it is appreciated but does not constitute a selection criterion. PhotonPath is an equal-opportunity employer which does not discriminate against candidates based on color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. About PhotonPath At PhotonPath, we wake up every day with a mission: to enable an informed and connected world. We are a European-based designer, manufacturer, and vendor of integrated photonics-based components and subsystems. Founded in 2019 as a spinoff of Politecnico di Milano, we are headquartered in Milan and Trento (Italy), where our offices, R&D Lab, and manufacturing facilities are located. We are a fast-growing company, backed by a solid parterre of investors and industrial partners who share our vision and support our scale-up. We aim to become a global reference in the integrated photonics industry by delivering groundbreaking solutions in fast-growing markets, leveraging our unique technology suite. At PhotonPath, we always seek talented individuals who want to join our team and make a real impact. If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic and innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you! What can you expect? We adopt a lean organizational approach; every person counts and makes a difference in achieving goals. As a result, you will be surrounded by people enthusiastic about learning new things every day, extending their skills beyond their comfort zone, and proactively handling responsibilities without direct supervision. Furthermore, we like maintaining a friendly and inclusive environment where open feedback and discussion of problems are always welcome and encouraged. We believe that face-to-face interaction promotes and accelerates the sharing of ideas and coordination. Since this position requires frequent alignment between all team members, a significant part of the activities takes place in presence. Smart working is occasionally possible depending on the type of ongoing activities. Selection process We value efficiency and respect for everyone’s time, so we aim to keep our selection process as lean and straightforward as possible while ensuring a thorough evaluation. Here’s what to expect: Application Submission : Apply through LinkedIn and complete three questionnaires—one to assess your technical skills and two to evaluate your personality and work style. Initial Screening and HR Interview : If your application passes the initial screening, you will have a first interview with a member of our HR team to discuss your background, expectations, and motivations. Technical Interview with the CTO : In this stage, the CTO will review your technical questionnaire responses and discuss your approach to problem-solving and technical challenges. Face-to-Face Meeting : If we’re a good match, we’ll invite you to our office to meet the team, explore the work environment, and engage in a final interview with the R&D and executive team. We aim to provide feedback at every stage of the process, with a maximum response time of one week after each step. You’ll receive results and personalized feedback to ensure transparency throughout your journey with us. Applications To send your resume, please click on the button “Apply.” For more information, questions, or troubles with the process, please reach out to recruiting@photon-path.com Show more Show less