Embedded Hardware Engineer ( PCB)

efficientcomputer· Embedded
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📍 San Francisco, Bay Area OR Pittsburgh, PA💰 USD 160K–220K

About this role

Efficient Computer is rethinking computing from the ground up to solve one of AI's biggest challenges: energy. Our Fabric architecture delivers a 10–100x improvement in energy efficiency for general-purpose computation, including AI, while supporting familiar programming languages and software frameworks—unlocking new possibilities for autonomous machines, intelligent infrastructure, wearables, and space systems. With our first processor, Electron E1, now shipping in volume and more than $97 million in Series B financing recently announced, we're accelerating customer deployments and scaling our architecture to data center performance. Join us to build the hardware and software that bring intelligence wherever it's needed and help shape the next generation of computing.

Efficient’s Embedded Hardware Engineer will design and implement complete systems that feature the world’s most energy-efficient programmable processor.  Your primary role will be to develop PCB designs and accompanying system software to test and showcase our revolutionary processors.  Specifically, you will be tasked with creating bring-up test hardware and customer evaluation development kits (EDKs), and assist with customer hardware reviews.  You will develop the requisite software to operate our bring-up test hardware and EDKs, as well as develop our customer-facing SDK.  Additionally, you will be involved in pre-silicon activities such as validating our processors using RTL simulators and FPGA emulators, and developing secure boot ROMs.  This position is a unique opportunity to develop cutting-edge hardware and software as part of a highly interdisciplinary team, helping to demonstrate the value of Efficient’s breakthrough technology.  If you are an engineer who wants to be part of an intensely skilled team and wants to have an immediate impact building the next generation of energy-efficient embedded applications, this is for you!

Key Responsibilities 

  • Develop bring-up test hardware and customer EDKs
  • Engage with PCBA vendors, and manage relationships
  • Perform board bring-up
  • Perform pre-silicon validation activities for our processors
  • Develop boot ROM and firmware for our processors
  • Perform first-silicon bring-up and checkout activities
  • Engage with Digital Design and Compiler teams to debug silicon issues
  • Build out a low level SDK for our processors and maintain a set of standard libraries
  • Support customers with their board development efforts, reviewing designs and providing recommended solutions
  • Deploy applications to our processors, in software simulation, RTL emulation, and silicon implementation

Required Qualifications & Experience Requirements 

  • 8+ years experience with PCB board design
  • 8+ years of experience developing software for embedded systems
  • Experience debugging new silicon and hardware prototypes in the lab
  • 5+ years of experience with C and/or C++
  • Deep knowledge of at least one embedded platform, such as MSP430, STM32, Ambiq Apollo, PIC32, or similar
  • Experience using industry standard development and debugging tools for embedded systems
  • Strong attention to detail, and an ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously 
  • Good problem solving skills, communication skills, and work ethic
  • Comfortable working at a start-up engineering pace

Desired Qualifications & Experience Requirements 

  • Experience with Altium Develop
  • Solid grasp of computer architectures

We offer a competitive base salary for this role, generally ranging from $160,000 to $220,000, plus a 10% annual bonus, meaningful equity, and comprehensive benefits. Final compensation will depend on experience, level, and location, with flexibility for the right candidate.

Why Join Efficient?

Build what's next. At Efficient, you'll tackle big challenges with room to take ownership and make an impact. We back you with competitive pay, equity, a 401(k) match, company-paid benefits, paid parental leave, and flexibility—plus opportunities to grow your skills and career as we scale.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Embedded Hardware Engineer ( PCB) role at efficientcomputer?
The listed salary for this Embedded Hardware Engineer ( PCB) position at efficientcomputer is USD 160K–220K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Embedded Hardware Engineer ( PCB) position at efficientcomputer located?
This Embedded Hardware Engineer ( PCB) role at efficientcomputer is based in San Francisco, Bay Area OR Pittsburgh, PA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Embedded Hardware Engineer ( PCB) at efficientcomputer belong to?
This Embedded Hardware Engineer ( PCB) position is part of the Embedded department at efficientcomputer. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Embedded Hardware Engineer ( PCB) position at efficientcomputer?
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When was the Embedded Hardware Engineer ( PCB) job at efficientcomputer posted?
This Embedded Hardware Engineer ( PCB) position at efficientcomputer was posted on Jun 15, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Embedded Hardware Engineer ( PCB)
efficientcomputer · 💰 USD 160K–220K
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