Job Description: Senior Electrical/Systems Engineer (Medical Device)

Location: San Francisco, CA

Type: Full-Time (On-site)

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Opto Biosystems is a fast-growing, venture-backed company pioneering implantable technologies that interface with the human body to address critical unmet medical needs. We're looking for driven individuals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of engineering and science to solve some of the most complex biological challenges. In this early-stage environment, we seek versatile team members with a hands-on approach and a willingness to learn quickly and adapt. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to join us in our mission. Learn about our team here!

We are seeking a Senior Electrical/Systems Engineer to lead the development and integration of electronic systems for our next-generation implantable neurotechnology devices. You will be instrumental in designing, testing, and optimizing hardware systems that support our groundbreaking neurotechnology platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, prototyping, and testing of electronic circuits and systems for implantable medical devices, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Develop and optimize low-power, high-reliability systems for data acquisition, signal processing, and wireless power/communication.
• Create and validate PCB layouts for high-density, multi-layer boards, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with medical device standards (e.g., IEC 60601).
• Collaborate with inter-disciplinary teams, to define system requirements and architecture.
• Oversee integration of hardware with firmware and software to ensure seamless operation of the entire system.
• Perform system-level analysis, troubleshooting, and debugging to resolve complex technical issues.
• Drive risk assessment, verification, and validation efforts to meet regulatory and safety requirements for implantable medical devices (e.g., IEC 60601, ISO 13485).
• Lead system-level integration of hardware and firmware (including working with FPGAs and MCUs for medium-speed communication and processing)
• Lead decision making and trade-off for hardware/firmware features based on user needs and design requirements.
• Develop and execute test protocols to verify performance, reliability, and safety.
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in electronics, embedded systems, and neurotechnology to incorporate innovative solutions into product design.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on projects

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