Hardware Architect

Job Title: Hardware Architect

Experience: 10–15 Years
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Hardware Architect to lead the design and development of advanced hardware systems. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of system architecture, embedded platforms, and high-performance hardware solutions, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and seamless integration with software and firmware components.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and architect complex hardware systems and components, including SoCs, FPGAs, and high-speed boards.
• Define and drive hardware architecture strategies aligned with business and product objectives.
• Collaborate closely with software, firmware, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Develop and maintain detailed hardware specifications, design documentation, and standards.
• Oversee the complete hardware development lifecycle — from concept, simulation, and validation to production.
• Conduct architectural reviews, performance analysis, risk assessments, and design validation.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to drive innovation and guide make/buy decisions.
• Mentor and guide hardware engineering teams, fostering technical excellence and innovation.
• Contribute to IP strategy development, patent filings, and technical publications.
• Represent the hardware function in executive-level discussions and strategic planning.

Mandatory Skills:

• Proven expertise in designing and delivering complex hardware systems such as SoCs, FPGAs, ASICs, and high-speed circuit boards.
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools: Cadence Allegro, Altium, LT Spice, Tina, BQR Reliability Tool, Web-Bench, and similar design/simulation environments.
• Strong understanding of communication protocols:
• Industrial: MODBUS, EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, PROFIsafe, CIP Safety.
• Interfaces: UART, RS232, RS485, RS422, I2C, SPI, QSPI.
• In-depth experience in electronic circuit design, system integration, and hardware validation.

Desirable Skills:

• System Design and Embedded System Architecture.
• Firmware and Embedded Software Development (RTOS experience preferred).
• Knowledge of system-level design, hardware-software co-design, and cross-domain integration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10–15 years of experience in hardware design, architecture, or product development roles.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person