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Electrical Engineer Location: Arlington, VA (On-Site) Founded by pioneers in the field of integrated photonics, we are a dynamic tech startup at the forefront of optical innovation. Our heterogeneous photonics technology enables high-performance products that provide unparalleled advantages in cost, size, and functionality for communications, sensing, and quantum systems. We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our rapidly growing team. In this role, you will build and establish our internal infrastructure and workflows from the ground up while leading the hands‐on development of fieldable prototypes and printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) that leverage our high-performance chip-scale photonics platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in the design, layout, and implementation of advanced electrical hardware. Lead the design, simulation, and layout of advanced electronic hardware and PCBAsDeliver fieldable optical microsystems incorporating electronics and FPGAs / μCsManage fabrication, component, and assembly vendors for rapid hardware prototyping Collaborate with photonics and packaging engineers to guide product developmentD. in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or similar with 9+, 6+, or 3+ years of professional experience, respectively, in electronic hardware design and testing General experience in programming microcontrollers (C) and/or FPGAs (VHDL / Verilog) Implementation of low-noise analog circuits, PID temperature controls, and current sources Experience designing drive, control, or biasing electronics for lasers and photonic circuits Knowledge of optoelectronic packaging and high-frequency interconnects Expertise in firmware for embedded microcontrollers (C) or FPGA HDL (VHDL / Verilog) Our benefits include competitive compensation and employee stock ownership. We provide generous family medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, holidays, parental leave, and paid time off. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. Actual compensation for the role will be commensurate with the candidate's education, work experience, skills, incoming position, and responsibilities. Such access is granted to U.S. citizens (born or naturalized), lawful permanent residents, certain categories of refugees and asylees, and those who can obtain appropriate export control licenses from the U.