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In this role, you will own mixed-signal electronics, schematic capture, and PCB layout, applying best practices in grounding, shielding, and signal integrity. You will also handle incremental firmware maintenance in close partnership with the embedded software architect and consultants. Your work will directly influence the precision, stability, and scalability of systems used worldwide in environmental, industrial, and scientific applications.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDesign and validate mixed-signal circuits and PCBs for high-precision instrumentation\nApply best practices in layout, grounding, shielding, and impedance control to minimize noise and interference\nPerform schematic capture and PCB layout in Altium (or equivalent) and run mixed-signal simulations in SPICE or similar tools\nDebug and validate designs in the lab using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, VNAs, and other instrumentation\nPerform incremental maintenance of embedded firmware (e.g., driver updates, pin mappings, bring-up tweaks) in collaboration with the embedded architect\nCollaborate closely with optical, analog, and mechanical engineers to integrate electronics into complex systems\nDocument designs, maintain revision control, and contribute to shared engineering standards\nQualifications:\nBS/MS in Electrical Engineering or related field\n10+ years in mixed-signal circuit and PCB design for high-performance systems\nProficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium preferred)\nExperience with mixed-signal simulation (SPICE or equivalent)\nStrong grounding, shielding, and signal integrity practices for noise-sensitive systems\nFamiliarity with FPGA firmware (VHDL/Verilog) and embedded C/C++ for maintenance and bring-up\nStrong communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams\nThe base salary range for this full-time position is $170K to $180K. Our total compensation packages include base salary, bonus eligibility, and equity. Your base salary range and title will be determined based on the location, experience, qualification, skills, knowledge, level, and pay of employees in similar positions.\nWe offer a comprehensive benefit package including:\nMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance\nFlexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) plans\nLife, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance\nPaid Time Off and Paid Holidays\nEmployee Referral Program\n401K\nSocial events (summer picnic, holiday party, team lunches, etc.)\nOn-site Health & Wellness programs (fitness challenges, outdoor bootcamp, flu-shots, etc.)\nAbout Picarro:\nWe are the world's leader in timely, trusted, and actionable data using enhanced optical spectroscopy. Our solutions are used in a wide variety of applications, including natural gas leak detection, ethylene oxide emissions monitoring, semiconductor fabrication, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, atmospheric science, air quality, greenhouse gas measurements, food safety, hydrology, ecology, and more. Our software and hardware are designed and manufactured in Santa Clara, California and are used in over 90 countries worldwide based on over 65 patents related to cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) technology and are unparalleled in their precision, ease of use, and reliability.\nAt Picarro, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, gender identity, social orientation, or disability. Posted positions are not open to third-party recruiters/agencies, and unsolicited resume submissions will be considered free referrals. \nAt Picarro, we strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their abilities, have equal opportunities. 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