Embedded Hardware Engineer - Contract

Role Overview

This is a project-based position, and we understand that the length required to complete the contract will range depending on experience, and the amount of time needed to familiarize yourself with the technology. This said, we would like to aim for compensation of $3,500 for the project as a whole.

You’ll be the sole hardware engineer responsible for the embedded hardware design of our next-generation microlights, working closely with our firmware developer and supported by our former lead engineer in a limited advisory role.

As an example of what you'll be working on, feel free to explore our current Microlight/Glove Set products:

• SE Atom Microlight | SE Atom Glove Set
• Ion Microlight | Ion Glove Set

Each microlight is a compact, programmable LED module that fits inside the fingertips of our LED gloves, one per finger (10 microlights per glove set).

We look forward to watching you step into a key role as a core engineer, crafting real-world products that thousands will use and love.

Top Skills We’re Looking For

We’re mid-development on a new product, which calls for a specific mix of talents, so we’re seeking candidates with strong skills in these areas:

1.  Board/PCB Design –  Proficiency in creating schematics and layouts for reliable, compact hardware.

2.  Hardware Component Selection & Research –  Ability to read datasheets, and choose compatible parts.

3.  Hardware Debugging & Testing –  Use tools like oscilloscopes and multimeters to verify circuit behavior and diagnose hardware issues.

Company Description

We’re a small company located in Santa Cruz. We design and manufacture LED flow products, best known for our LED Gloves, with tens of thousands of units sold worldwide. Now we’re developing our next generation of products, and we need a motivated engineer to help make it happen.