Engineering Jobs in Mountain View Acres, CA

About the Company

An early-stage AI research lab focused on interpretability, alignment, and reinforcement learning is hiring a Research Engineer. Founded by former frontier-model researchers, the team works directly on model internals and training dynamics to better understand how AI systems reason. The lab runs fast experimental research cycles, building custom tools to explore open-ended questions about model behavior.

About the Role

This role focuses on building the experimental tooling that enables interpretability research. You will develop systems that allow researchers to inspect, measure, and manipulate internal model representations. This is not a production ML or MLOps role — it's for engineers who enjoy building new experimental systems from scratch and working closely with researchers.

Responsibilities

• Build custom RL-style environments and experimental testbeds for interpretability research
• Develop tools for activation tracing and mechanistic interpretability
• Implement probes to detect latent concepts (e.g., deception, goals, uncertainty)
• Prototype activation-level steering methods beyond prompting or fine-tuning
• Collaborate with researchers to rapidly iterate on experiments and tooling

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in Python
• Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch or JAX
• Experience working with deep learning models or LLMs
• Strong software engineering fundamentals and ability to build experimental ML systems

Preferred Skills

• Experience in mechanistic interpretability or alignment research
• Familiarity with reinforcement learning environments
• Background working with model internals, representations, or probing methods
• Research experience (PhD preferred but not required)

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive salary, equity, and benefits.

I am working with a team leveraging AI + Reinforcement Learning for accelerating Chip Design.

Most agentic research today deals with text, where feedback is subjective and ground truth is hard to find. I'm working with a Stanford spinout moving RL and post-training into chip design, an environment where physics and logic provide a strict, non negotiable ground truth.

The founding team is being built with an intentional focus on high talent density. The Head of AI, who led Trust & Safety at a Frontier Lab and worked on RL for Claude, is bringing together a small group, including a founding engineer from Augment Code, a member of xAI who worked on special projects under Elon, and peers from Superintelligence and DeepMind.

They are solving for long horizon reasoning by building agents that plan, critique, and verify their own outputs in a closed loop. The goal is to collapse the traditional 2–3 year design cycle through two main products: a licensed IP system for hardware reasoning and a \"Cursor for Verilog\" that validates its own code against real execution feedback.

They are a well funded early stage company backed by a top tier VC, with support from people like Jeff Dean and the co-founder of SambaNova. The role is in Palo Alto and comes with high ownership & scope and equity that reflects the level of trust and impact you would have.

Apply here to discover more about this opportunity.

Job Title: Film Engineer/ Optical Coating Process Engineer

Location: Sunnyvale, CA/Redmond, WA

Duration: 12 Months

Summary

The Client brings together a world-class team of researchers, developers, and engineers to create the future of virtual and augmented reality, which together will become as universal and essential as smartphones and personal computers are today. And just as personal computers have done over the past 45 years, AR and VR will ultimately change everything about how we work, play, and connect.

We are developing all the technologies needed to enable breakthrough AR glasses and VR headsets, including optics and displays, computer vision, audio, graphics, brain-computer interface, haptic interaction, eye/hand/face/body tracking, perception science, and true telepresence. Some of those will advance much faster than others, but they all need to happen to enable AR and VR that are so compelling that they become an integral part of our lives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of optical coating processes, including Anti-Reflective (AR), hardcoat, and photochromic coatings, to meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.
• Collaborate closely with external vendors and contract manufacturers to drive process development, conduct failure analysis, and implement effective corrective actions for coating-related issues.
• Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) activities to identify and mitigate risks in the coating manufacturing process.
• Own the end-to-end process control plan, from material selection and incoming quality control to in-process monitoring and final inspection, ensuring a stable and high-yield production environment.
• Define, validate, and implement metrology and characterization techniques to ensure coating performance and quality, correlating measurements to visual and functional performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Has a BS degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Optical Science, Physics, or a relevant technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in optical coating process engineering, with hands-on experience in deposition technologies such as PVD, IAD, or PECVD for anti-reflective and hardcoat applications.
• Demonstrated experience working with external vendors and contract manufacturers, including process transfer, qualification, and sustaining support.
• In-depth knowledge of coating characterization techniques, including spectrophotometry, ellipsometry, environmental testing, and mechanical durability testing (e.g., adhesion, abrasion).
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC), design of experiments (DOE), and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a relevant technical field.
• Experience with the design, process, and metrology of photochromic coatings.
• Proven track record of launching products in a high-volume manufacturing environment.Familiarity with thin-film design principles and software (e.g., OptiLayer, FilmStar, Macleod).
• Experience in failure analysis techniques to determine root cause of coating defects and failures.
• Excellent project management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and multicultural team environment.

About Nucleus

Nucleus is a research-driven talent and intelligence platform for the next generation of investors, built at the intersection of data, experimentation, and community. We hire investors for some of the best firms in the world and are building the network, community, and intelligence layer around the people shaping the future of venture and company building.

The Role

This is a foundational hire working directly with the founder across research, community, events, client relationships, fellow experience, and search execution. One day you may be building cap tables. Another you may be running a mixer for 40 fellows or sitting in on a GP hiring conversation at a top firm.

The title is intentional. You will be in the room early, learning how the best firms operate and earning responsibility as you prove you can carry it. Over time you will own projects and workstreams. The starting point is proximity, pattern recognition, and high output across a wide surface area.

The founder focuses on strategy, vision, brand, community, and high-trust client relationships. Your role is to absorb the operational surface area so his time goes to the work only he can do. Nothing drops while he goes deep.

What the work looks like

• Work side by side with the founder across research, community, content, events, and client delivery
• Own the operational follow-through: prep materials, follow-ups, scheduling, and keeping workstreams moving between meetings
• Conduct research on investors and firms. Build and maintain the Nucleus Brain so the founder can go deeper on priority engagements.
• Collaborate on candidate shortlists and search materials for active client work
• Help coordinate NEXT Fellowship programming, pod logistics, and fellow experience
• Plan and execute community events: mixers, firesides, dinners, partner programming
• Draft and edit external communications: emails, proposals, partnership materials, client decks • Contribute to content across Nucleus Intelligence, Substack, social, and the Rise podcast
• Help shape brand and media presence
• Pick up whatever needs to get done so nothing falls through the cracks

Who you are

• 1 to 2 years in a high-intensity environment: investment banking, management consulting, executive search at a top firm, or an operating role at a venture-funded startup
• Genuinely curious about venture capital, the people in it, and how the industry actually works
• Technical bias. At the least, you are highly analytical by nature and can find information others can't and synthesize it clearly
• Warm, high-energy, and natural with people. You make rooms better when you walk in.
• Excellent writer with a tight, dense style
• Comfortable with ambiguity and context-switching in a fast-moving, founder-led environment
• Based in San Francisco or NYC. Remote will be considered. Must be in the US and be willing to travel.

Why this role

You will have a front-row seat to how the best venture firms operate, hire, and think about talent. You will build relationships with builders, investors, LPs, and emerging managers that most people spend years trying to access. And you will help build a company from the ground floor with real revenue, real clients, and a vision that extends well beyond search.

Promotions follow ownership and output, not tenure. We stay intentionally lean. Earn it, and the path to real ownership is short.

Compensation

Base: $120-180k DOE

Bonus eligible day one

Profit sharing with meaningful upside as the business grows

DM alexklein0x on X for the fastest reply. Will check LinkedIn weekly.

AAC is looking for an experienced engineer with a thermal background to join its talented and growing Thermal Products team. This person will focus on thermal components and modules such as vapor chambers and heat pipes, etc. Will support development of company expertise and capabilities by driving product development, driving tool development, and building databases and workflows. They will be a show case for company expertise and a technical leader working closely with US customers and AAC China engineering/management teams.

Core Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and optimize thermal management systems and components, perform thermal analysis, and conduct simulations using software like CFD or FEA.
• Design and lead thermal testing, analyze experimental results, and ensure the product meets performance requirements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, design proposals, and reports.
• Lead the resolution of complex design issues and troubleshoot problems to optimize thermal performance.
• Stay updated on new thermal management technologies and research.

Additional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Technical interface for customer team in Cupertino; present technical documents and discuss design solutions.
• Identify and communicate effectively with key stakeholders including the factory engineering/manufacturing teams and our customers to share priorities and goals.
• Be available as needed to assist customers and colleagues even outside of normal business hours.
• Approximately 15% international travel primarily to Asia to assist with customer visits/build activities.

Qualifications

• B.S. Mechanical Engineering degree and 3+ years work experience in a technical setting.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer principles.
• Experience in designing thermal systems and components.
• Experience performing multi-phase thermal simulations.
• Proficiency with thermal simulation software (e.g. Comsol, Fluent, Icepak) and analysis tools.
• Strong root cause analysis, deductive reasoning, and FMEA skills pertaining to thermal component and systems.
• Familiar with data analyses and correlation studies as it relates to part tolerances, assembly process, and product performance.
• Comfortable with standard productivity and communication tools such as Microsoft Powerpoint and Excel; familiarity with MacOS desired.
• Very well organized, both in the digital world and the real world.
• Fluent in English speaking and writing. Comfortable in communicating with all levels of employees and management.
• [Desired] Experience with advanced thermal technologies, materials, or processes.
• [Desired] Experience in product development of high-volume production products/components (design and/or manufacturing emphasis)
• [Desired] Experience and/or knowledge of automated assembly processes
• [Desired] Mandarin speaking and experience traveling in China.
• [Desired] Experience working with factories in China.
• [Desired] Enjoys working with people of diverse backgrounds and personalities.

ASIC Power Engineer (AR/VR)

Location: Sunnyvale CA

Duration: 6 Months Contract

Experience Required: 10+ Years

Candidates must:

• Demonstrate hands-on power optimization experience
• Be able to explain how they reduced power consumption in ASIC designs
• Have recent experience focused on power analysis/optimization
• Have practical experience using power analysis tools, not just keyword exposure

Overview

We are seeking an experienced ASIC Power Engineer to perform power analysis and optimization for ASIC designs used in next-generation AR/VR products. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in power optimization, low-power methodologies, and ASIC implementation flows, along with strong scripting and data analysis skills.

This role requires hands-on experience analyzing and reducing power consumption at RTL and netlist levels while working with industry-standard tools from Synopsys and Cadence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Power, Performance, Area (PPA) optimization using Synopsys Fusion Compiler
• Conduct RTL and netlist-level power analysis
• Analyze ASIC flows including:
• Synthesis
• Physical Design
• Timing
• Power analysis
• Perform post-processing and scripting on report logs for:
• Data extraction
• Format conversion
• Power analysis insights
• Develop scripts using Python, Tcl, or Perl for automation and analysis
• Implement selected RTL blocks and UPF power intent
• Debug and analyze reports across ASIC flows
• Identify and implement power reduction techniques
• Document results and communicate findings effectively

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in ASIC Power Engineering, CAD Engineering, or Physical Design
• Strong expertise in power estimation tools and synthesis flows
• Hands-on experience with power analysis and optimization methodologies
• Knowledge of power trade-offs in design and backend implementation
• Strong scripting and data analysis skills
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Synopsys tools
• Design Compiler (DC)
• IC Compiler (ICC)
• PrimeTime PX / PrimePower
• VCS
• Verdi
• Experience with Cadence Joules
• Proficiency in Python, Perl, Tcl scripting
• Experience with Excel or MATLAB for modeling and data visualization
• Experience in low-power design methodologies
• Hands-on experience with UPF power intent specifications
• Experience with Silicon Power Characterization
• Experience with power profiling at IP or SoC level

Must-Have Skills

• ASIC Power Optimization
• Synopsys Power Tools:
• PrimePower
• PTPX
• DC
• ICC
• Cadence Joules
• Low Power Design methodologies
• UPF Power Intent
• Python / Perl scripting
• Silicon Power Characterization

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Power profiling at IP or SoC level
• Data analytics and visualization
• Experience with Machine Learning related ASIC workloads

Creospan is a growing tech collective of makers, shakers, and problem solvers, offering solutions today that will propel businesses into a better tomorrow. "Tomorrow's ideas, built today!" In addition to being able to work alongside equally brilliant and motivated developers, our consultants appreciate the opportunity to learn and apply new skills and methodologies to different clients and industries.

******NO C2C/3RD PARTY, LOOKING FOR W2 CANDIDATES ONLY, must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future***

ASIC Power Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA

Long term Contract

Preferred Qualification:

• Synopsys (DC, ICC, PTPX/PrimePower, VCS, Verdi) and/or Cadence (Joules).
• Python, Perl (or similar) scripting and data-post-processing tools.
• Excel (or Matlab) for model fitting, data visualization and analysis.
• Experience in low power design, tools and methodologies including power intent UPF specifications.
• Silicon Power Characterization.
• Some power profiling experience at IP/SoC level.

Must-Have Skills:

• Power Optimization- Experience with Synopsys (DC, ICC, PTPX/PrimePower, VCS, Verdi) and/or Cadence (Joules).
• Should know how to use Python, Perl (or similar) scripting and data-post-processing tools.
• Experience in low power design, tools and methodologies including power intent UPF specifications.
• Silicon Power Characterization.

Nice-to-have Skills:

• Some power profiling experience at IP/SoC level.
• Experience with Silicon Power Characterization.
• Experience with Data analytics and visualization.

Role: ASIC Power Engineer (AR/VR – Meta)

Location: Sunnyvale CA

Duration: 6 Months Contract

Experience Required: 10+ Years

Overview

We are seeking an experienced ASIC Power Engineer to perform power analysis and optimization for ASIC designs used in next-generation AR/VR products. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in power optimization, low-power methodologies, and ASIC implementation flows, along with strong scripting and data analysis skills.

This role requires hands-on experience analyzing and reducing power consumption at RTL and netlist levels while working with industry-standard tools from Synopsys and Cadence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Power, Performance, Area (PPA) optimization using Synopsys Fusion Compiler
• Conduct RTL and netlist-level power analysis
• Analyze ASIC flows including:
• Synthesis
• Physical Design
• Timing
• Power analysis
• Perform post-processing and scripting on report logs for:
• Data extraction
• Format conversion
• Power analysis insights
• Develop scripts using Python, Tcl, or Perl for automation and analysis
• Implement selected RTL blocks and UPF power intent
• Debug and analyze reports across ASIC flows
• Identify and implement power reduction techniques
• Document results and communicate findings effectively

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in ASIC Power Engineering, CAD Engineering, or Physical Design
• Strong expertise in power estimation tools and synthesis flows
• Hands-on experience with power analysis and optimization methodologies
• Knowledge of power trade-offs in design and backend implementation
• Strong scripting and data analysis skills
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Synopsys tools
• Design Compiler (DC)
• IC Compiler (ICC)
• PrimeTime PX / PrimePower
• VCS
• Verdi
• Experience with Cadence Joules
• Proficiency in Python, Perl, Tcl scripting
• Experience with Excel or MATLAB for modeling and data visualization
• Experience in low-power design methodologies
• Hands-on experience with UPF power intent specifications
• Experience with Silicon Power Characterization
• Experience with power profiling at IP or SoC level

Must-Have Skills

• ASIC Power Optimization
• Synopsys Power Tools:
• PrimePower
• PTPX
• DC
• ICC
• Cadence Joules
• Low Power Design methodologies
• UPF Power Intent
• Python / Perl scripting
• Silicon Power Characterization

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Power profiling at IP or SoC level
• Data analytics and visualization
• Experience with Machine Learning related ASIC workloads

About Us

Contemporary Amperex Technology (USA), Inc. (CATU) is a U.S. subsidiary of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), a global leader in the research, development and manufacturing of advanced electric vehicle and energy storage batteries. Established in Michigan in 2017, CATU has played a critical role in advancing electric mobility and energy resilience in the U.S.

Our Vision

To become a globally leading innovative technology corporation, contribute meaningfully to sustainable energy solutions, and provide a platform that supports both the professional and personal growth of our employees.

Job Overview

ESS Technical Solution Engineer is the combination of application engineer and sales engineer. A technical solution engineer should support and service the customer by demonstrating the product function, technical benefits and value to help customer meet their company and business goals and help company to win projects. Combining technical knowledge with strong communication and interpersonal skills, work closely with clients, understanding their specific needs, and then leverage their in-depth understanding of the company's products or services to provide tailored solutions that meet those needs effectively. Additionally, technical solution engineers should gather feedback from clients and bridge the gap between internal development team and customer requirements, helping to refine products and services based on customer needs and experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Demonstration: Deep understanding of the products or services of products and company. Be able to explain complex technical concepts to clients in a clear and understandable manner and contribute to sales presentations, as well as demonstrating products benefits, value and completed applications
• Client Engagement: Interact directly with clients to understand their needs, challenges, and requirements as well as the competition information from the competitors. Engage in discussions to gather information, analyze the client's projects and requirements, and identify opportunities where company's solutions can add value to win the opportunities
• Solution Development: Once understand the client's needs, sales engineers work to develop solutions that align with the client's projects. This may involve collaborating with the technical team to design tailored solutions that address specific challenges. Provide clients with technical support as needed and relay information to our development teams for product development and update needs
• Proposal Creation: Create detailed proposals that outline the proposed solution and its benefits. These proposals need to address the technical aspects while also highlighting the business value for the client as well as prepare the documents according to customer requirements which may include specifications, user's manual, disposal proposal, etc.,
• Technical Support: Provide ongoing technical support to clients, answering questions, addressing concerns, and helping with any technical issues that arise
• Technical Agreement Negotiations: Involve in negotiations with clients, addressing any technical concerns, clarifying expectations, and ensuring that both parties are aligned on the proposed solution to form final technical agreement
• Risk Assessment and Problem Solving: Identify the possible issues ahead and provide preventative solutions for the risks. Resolve the technical issues during manufacturing, delivering and commissioning until successfully hand over to customer. Cooperate with internal development and project management team if needed
• Market Research: Stay informed about market trends, competitor offerings, and customer feedback. Generate ideas for product and service improvement and innovation based on market trends and customer inputs

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 3 years work experience in US ESS market
• Previous work experience as an AE or SE of ESS market is advantageous
• Previous experience in utility or ESS developer company is advantageous
• Knowledge of US ESS projects development requirements is advantageous
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
• Excellent market and competitor analysis abilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Superb collaboration and communication
• Superb logical and strategic thinking abilities
• Mandarin Speaking will be a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CATU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employment Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. CATU reserves the right to modify, revise, or add job responsibilities as business needs evolve. Employment with CATU is at-will, meaning either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

Export Control & Data Security Compliance

This position may involve access to sensitive systems or information subject to U.S. export control and data security regulations. Employment is contingent upon the employee's ability to comply with applicable laws and company policies related to data protection and controlled information access.

Automation CSV Engineer (Biotech/Pharma)

Location – California Bay Area

Please note: We are only considering W2 candidates at this time. Applications from third-party vendors or C2C arrangements will not be considered.

ADVENT Engineering is an engineering and consulting firm providing expertise to the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Headquartered near San Francisco, California, and with operations in the Eastern and Western US, Canada and Singapore, our company is involved in almost every facet of global pharmaceutical and biotechnology facility design and process engineering and quality system projects.

ADVENT's services include process engineering, automation engineering, project engineering, facility/system design, start up and commissioning, validation and compliance consulting for distinguished and successful biotechnology and pharmaceutical manufacturing companies.

The successful candidate will work with a group of engineers involved in the design, automation, commissioning and start-up of various processes, systems and facilities. A combination of strong technical aptitude, automation engineering skills and technical writing are the desired skill set.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join our growing team!

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Automation CSV Engineer to support a complex automation system migration project at a large, regulated biotechnology/pharmaceutical manufacturing site in the California Bay area. The ideal candidate will bring deep, hands-on expertise in PCS and MES system migration, validation, and implementation, with a strong preference for experience in Rockwell and PharmaSuite environments.

This role requires a senior-level engineer capable of independently executing and leading CSV and automation activities while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute CSV and automation activities for PCS/MES system migration projects
• Support implementation, migration, commissioning, and validation of:
• PCS systems (Rockwell, Honeywell)
• MES systems (PharmaSuite, POMSnet)
• SCADA and PLC platforms
• Author, review, approve, and execute CSV lifecycle documentation, including:
• Validation Plans
• Risk Assessments
• Test Protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Traceability Matrices
• Validation Summary Reports
• Ensure compliance with SDLC, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, Data Integrity, and GAMP 5
• Manage and document software changes throughout the SDLC per site procedures
• Support programming, configuration, commissioning, and validation of Rockwell and PharmaSuite platforms
• Collaborate with automation, IT, QA, and manufacturing teams
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and deviation investigations as needed
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in CSV and Automation within a regulated biotech/pharma environment
• Hands-on experience with implementation, migration, and validation of:
• PCS (Rockwell and/or Honeywell)
• MES (PharmaSuite, POMSnet)
• SCADA/PLC systems
• Strong, hands-on expertise with Rockwell and PharmaSuite (required)
• In-depth knowledge of:
• SDLC
• 21 CFR Part 11 / Annex 11
• Data Integrity
• Computerized System Validation (CSV)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with S88 Batch Standard
• Experience with Rockwell software object development
• MES recipe authoring and testing experience
• Experience with Kneat

Additional Information

• This position requires 100% onsite support in California
• Long-term project opportunity in a regulated manufacturing environment

Physical Design Engineer – Socionext America, Milpitas

Description

Socionext Inc. (SNI) is an innovative enterprise that designs, develops, and delivers System-on-Chip products to customers worldwide. The company is focused on AR/VR, imaging, networking, storage and other dynamic technologies that drive today's leading-edge applications. Socionext combines world-class expertise, experience, and an extensive IP portfolio to provide exceptional solutions and ensure a better quality of experience for customers. Founded in 2015, Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe to lead its product development and sales activities. Socionext America Inc. (SNA), a wholly owned subsidiary of SNI.

We are seeking a Physical Design Engineer. This is a hands-on technical position and will have opportunities to work on a variety of challenging designs. Critical to this position is the ability to articulate technical discussions with ASIC Customers and design teams and work closely with customer, frontend and integration teams to ensure successful tape outs.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Pre-layout STA to ascertain feasibility, timing constraint validation and feedback to customers and design teams
• Chip/Block Level Floorplanning and pin assignment
• Review top-level/block-level clock specifications for completeness and feasibility
• Handle all the Physical design tasks (Placement, Timing Optimization, Clock Tree Synthesis, Routing)
• Perform sign-off tasks (RC Extraction, Static Timing Analysis, IR drop analysis and Physical Verification)
• Presentations and Customer Interaction in customer meetings

Necessary Qualifications:

• BSEE, with 8+ years of experience or equivalent experience. MSEE preferred.
• Experience in ASIC Physical Design; Experience in an SoC product development organization with tape outs from 28nm/16nm to 2nm design nodes.
• Hands-on Experience with implementation EDA tools like ICC2/Innovus.
• Scripting (Perl/Tcl/Python) is required.
• Good understanding of ASIC frontend design.
• Experience in both Flat and Hierarchical layouts.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze and resolve physical design issues related to library, timing constraints or CAD tools is required.
• Experience with power analysis and IR-drop tools (primepower/Redhawk) and Static Timing Analysis (Primetime).
• Experience with Physical Verification and fix PV errors in layout.
• Expert handling of Verilog HDL based Netlists, Physical design libraries.
• Team player with good interpersonal and communication skills; ability to explain processes and answer customer questions during meetings.

Total Compensation Disclosure: $195,000 - $220,000 Base Salary

• Base Pay + Bonus(es)
• Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) matching.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Socionext America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex (including all gender identities and expressions), race, or ethnicity.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milpitas, CA 95035

Job Role: Motion Planning Autonomy Test Specialist

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Bay Area, CA

Role Overview

We are looking for a Motion Planning Autonomy Test Specialist with strong ADAS and autonomous driving experience to support vehicle-level testing and validation of motion planning features. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with autonomy systems, simulation environments, and vehicle testing, along with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics and ADAS functionalities.

Responsibilities

● You will develop and maintain vehicle test plans, supporting on and off site ensuring comprehensive coverage of new site enablement features.

● You will manage test scheduling and coordination, working with vehicle operations to maximize testing efficiency.

● You will perform first-pass triage of simulation and vehicle test results, identifying issues and categorizing them for engineering review and solution development.

● You will document test findings and identify opportunities to streamline processes and create reports that help autonomy engineers quickly understand test outcomes.

Qualifications

● Ability and willingness to travel for test support

● Familiarity with scripting languages (Python preferred) for automation and data analysis

● Strong organizational skills with experience managing schedules or coordinating technical workflows

● Experience with simulation environments or game engines

● Exposure to robotics, automotive, or autonomous systems

● Familiarity with version control (Git) and issue tracking systems (JIRA or similar)

● Experience with test engineering, QA, or validation processes

● Understanding of basic vehicle dynamics or motion planning concepts

Enterprise Account Executive – Security & IT AI Automation Platform

Salary: $150,000–$165,000 base, Double OTE plus attractive equity and corporate benefits including healthcare and 401k

Extremely well-funded by Tier 1 Cyber Investors - Unicorn Valuation

Location: Bay Area, North California

Trident Search is partnering with a fast-growing, enterprise-focused SaaS company that’s redefining workflow automation for security, IT, and operations teams. The platform empowers teams to eliminate repetitive tasks, orchestrate complex workflows across any tool, and leverage AI to work smarter, faster, and more efficiently.

Great Glassdoor, Gartner peer reviews scores and various G2 awards.

The Role

We are seeking a high-performing Enterprise Account Executive based in California to land and grow new enterprise accounts. This is a full sales-cycle SaaS sales role where you will engage senior stakeholders, manage multi-touch deals, and drive new business across mid-market and large enterprise clients.

Why This Role is Exciting

• Partner-driven growth: 90% of 2024 deals were partner-sourced or influenced.
• High conversion and retention: 90% POC to deal conversion rate with strong customer retention.
• Fast ramp & huge earning potential: 9-month ramp schedule plus 3 month non recoverable draw. Average global sales attainment: +80%—well above market norms, with some huge performers earning 2x OTE.

Responsibilities

• Identify, prospect, and close new enterprise business opportunities across Northern California (Bay Area).
• Manage the full sales cycle, from discovery calls and demos to contract negotiation and closure.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, including security, IT, and operations executives.
• Execute strategic territory plans in collaboration with marketing, solutions engineers, and customer success teams.
• Accurately forecast pipeline and revenue; track all sales activities in Salesforce CRM.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and partner engagements.
• Build and leverage relationships with regional and national channel partners to drive sales.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of enterprise SaaS sales experience, ideally in security, IT operations, or automation.
• Proven ability to execute complex, multi-stakeholder sales campaigns.
• Demonstrated track record of consistently exceeding quotas.
• Strong consultative selling skills and ability to engage with C-level executives.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and collaborative, with high professional integrity.
• Experience with Salesforce and modern sales engagement platforms.
• Experience working with relevant channel partners.

Trident Search builds GTM teams across the U.S. for VC- and PE-backed cybersecurity vendors.

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Holly Evans

About DepthFirst AI

We believe that software is the foundation of modern civilization - yet vulnerabilities threaten its integrity, security, and resilience. We are on a mission to solve security.

DepthFirst is building intelligence to detect and remediate critical software vulnerabilities. We are training and scaling security AI agents to discover zero-days vulnerabilities, from large customer codebases to popular open source software.

Our founding team includes expertise in security and LLMs (with technical leaders from DeepMind, Databricks, Square, and Faire). We are looking for strong technically-minded people who are interested in working at the intersection of AI, Security and Infrastructure.

About this role:

We’re seeking an experienced Account Executive to lead the charge in building DepthFirst’s sales and account management team. This newly created role puts you at the helm of DepthFirst’s most strategic enterprise accounts—owning customer success, account expansion, and meaningful business outcomes.

You’ll partner directly with senior leaders in Security and Engineering and influence how leading global enterprises build their security systems in the age of AI, with your impact measured by strong Net Revenue Retention through renewals, retention, and targeted growth.

You’re excited about this role because you will…

• Manage and grow a portfolio of DepthFirst’s most strategic enterprise accounts across the globe.
• Develop and execute account strategies that drive long-term customer loyalty and unlock new business value.
• Build strong, multi-level relationships with C-suite executives and senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Customer Success, Solutions Engineering, and Channel teams to identify and realize expansion opportunities.
• Help customers integrate security seamlessly into fast-moving, AI-driven development workflows.
• Provide strategic customer insights to Product Management to influence product direction and priorities.
• Drive measurable results through targeted, outcome-focused account growth plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise account management experience in technical SaaS - owning large, complex accounts.
• Proven success in driving outstanding Net Revenue Retention through renewals, retention, and strategic account growth.
• Skilled at engaging and influencing C-level executives within complex, matrixed organizations.
• Deep expertise in Cybersecurity, DevOps, DevSecOps, or enterprise software account leadership.
• Comfortable operating in high-growth, fast-paced environments, with a track record of building new strategies, functions, or approaches from the ground up.
• Strong collaborator with the ability to align cross-functional teams around customer outcomes.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary with generous equity
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Office lunch (when working out of San Francisco office)

At Infoblox, every breakthrough begins with a bold “what if.”

What if your ideas could ignite global innovation?

What if your curiosity could redefine the future?

We invite you to step into the next exciting chapter of your career journey. Bring your creativity, drive, your daring spirit, and feel what it’s like to thrive on a team big enough to make an impact, yet small enough to make a difference. Our cloud-first networking and security solutions already protect 70% of the Fortune 500, and we’re looking for creative thinkers ready to push that influence even further. Join us and discover how far your bold “what if” can take the world, your community, and your career.

Here, how we empower our people is extraordinary: Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2025, Great Place to Work-Certified in five countries, and Cigna Healthy Workforce honors three years running — and what we build is world-class: recognized as CybersecAsia’s Best in Critical Infrastructure 2024 —evidence that when first-class technology meets empowered talent, remarkable careers take shape. So, what if the next big idea, and the next great career story, comes from you? Become the force that turns every “what if” into “what’s next”.

In a world where you can be anything, Be Infoblox.

Channel Account Manager - WEST Region

We are looking for a Channel Account Manager in the Bay area to join our Partner Sales team supporting Northern California, Pacific Northwest, and West Canada. In this role, you will build a pipeline that translates into channel revenue with some of the most respected and high-performing partners in the industry. In this high-energy position, you will be extremely results-driven—with the expectation to create and qualify partner-initiated opportunities. This role is critical to the ongoing success of Infoblox’s leading network control, security, and cloud solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a growing and innovative organization Infoblox allows you to thrive in a unique work environment that emphasizes career growth, excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

Be a Contributor — What You’ll Do

• Build and champion Channel development and revenue plan consistent with the overall revenue and growth targets for Infoblox's West region.
• Ensure alignment of the strategy with the Sales teams by understanding their coverage models, strategies, and focus in the areas of target accounts, verticals, geography, and market coverage
• Ensure senior executive-level visibility and commitment to the company’s relationships
• Spearhead the joint company and channel value proposition with partner peering—coordinating resources, including sales and cross-functional teams
• Leverage cloud service provider (CSP) relationships such as Azure, Google Cloud Platform and AWS to drive engagement through cloud marketplaces to enhance joint opportunities and strategic alignment.
• Coordinate training on new products, solutions sales, corporate direction, business processes, etc., leading to enhanced self-sufficiency and winning mindshare and cycles from competitive vendors
• Drive joint opportunity development activities with channel partners through account mapping, marketing activities, coordination of marketing budget, and utilization of Infoblox channel marketing programs
• Manage deal registration, forecast, and pipeline with channel partners and coordinate partner engagement and sales activities
• Be keenly aware of the channel partners’ strategy and be viewed and treated as a trusted and valued resource for them
• Create a sense of engagement and connection at the executive, regional sales, and SE levels

Be Prepared — What You Bring

• At least 10 years of technology vendor experience (networking and security experience highly preferred) selling into the channels. Experience in business development or driving revenue and opportunity is a must
• SaaS and/or managed services (MSP) sales experience is a plus
• Familiarity with cloud marketplaces and experience leveraging relationships with cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform) is a strong plus
• Experience engaging partners with the company, brand, and technology through education and bespoke programs and initiatives is a plus
• High energy level and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to cultivate relationships internally, externally, and across teams, as well as the ability to align and bring stakeholders together to drive mutually beneficial outcomes
• Strong network of customers and partners in the specified region or vertical
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship development skills
• A self-starter attitude and excellent know - how
• High energy level and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Be Successful — Your Path

First 90 Days: Immerse yourself in our culture, connect with mentors (Blox Buddies), and map the systems and meet with key stakeholders that rely on your work. Discuss and create short/long term goals.

Six Months:

• Have a deeper understanding of the company’s product and security offerings
• Be aligned on commercial objectives and priorities with regional leadership and field sales teams
• Be cultivating effective relationships with key partners in the ecosystem
• Build out and cultivate the channel funnel and ecosystem
• Leverage channel partners in managing deal registration, forecast, and pipeline
• Hit or overachieve your monthly targets

One Year:

• Align the channel strategy with the sales team to expand the coverage of the target account
• Develop new logo opportunities and deliver on sales revenue commitments and profitability objectives
• Refine and tailor partner models and programs across key strategic verticals
• Lead and win mindshare and cycles from competitors
• Meet or exceed your annual targets

Belong— Your Community

Our culture thrives on inclusion, rewarding the bold ideas, curiosity, and creativity that move us forward. In a community where every voice counts, continuous learning is the norm. So, whether you code, create, sell, or care for customers, you’ll grow and belong here.

Be Rewarded — Benefits That Help You Grow, Thrive, Belong

• Comprehensive health coverage, generous PTO, and flexible work options
• Learning opportunities, career-mobility programs, and leadership workshops
• Sixteen paid volunteer hours each year, global employee resource groups, and a “No Jerks” policy that keeps collaboration healthy
• Modern offices with EV charging, healthy snacks (and the occasional cupcake), plus hackathons, game nights, and culture celebrations
• Charitable Giving Program supported by Company Match
• We practice pay transparency and reward performance. Offers reflect role location, internal equity, experience, skills, education, and certifications. Base salary for this position: $135K - $200K, plus bonus or commissions

Ready to Be the Difference?

Infoblox is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis

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The Sales Account Manager is to manage the businesses and customer relationships as well as developing plans for business growth.

Responsibilities:

• Executes and exceeds assigned BP targets sales revenue
• Understands the customers’ business, markets, end customers and their business strategy
• Develops short & long term forecasting of customer tape outs and customer volume demand
• Identifies risk relative to customer business and loading and develop risk mitigation plan
• Proactively assesses, clarifies, and validates customer needs on an ongoing basis
• Represents the company professionally and communicates appropriately
• Profiles and penetrates key decision makers and build knowledge and relationship with them
• Works and coordinates seamlessly with other departments in order to meet account performance objectives and customer needs
• Conducts market intelligence: provides facts, evaluates, validates interpret, assesses and communicates impacts to business strategy including updating and proposals to the management
• Manages alignment of customers’ forecast and the company’s capacity
• Represents the company’s solution and aligns customer needs
• Drives alignment of customers’ product roadmap and the company’s technology roadmap in order to grow foundry share
• Identifies and works towards common solution fit and successful engagement for new business opportunities within existing customers and potential new customers

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree or above major in relevant disciplines: Supply Chain Management/Electrical Engineering, Chemistry/Physics/Material Science
• Minimum 8 years of previous work experience in semiconductor industry of which min. 2 years of sales experience; foundry experience is highly desired
• Attention to detail, analytical with strong logical thinking
• Excellent customer orientation and excellent communication skills (writing and presentation)
• Capability to work together with cross-functional team to execute projects in a fast paced environment

xLight is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead and scale our sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations. This hybrid role requires close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams and periodic on-site engagement to support supplier qualification, integration, and production readiness.

This position is ideal for a procurement leader experienced in highly technical, government-adjacent, or capital-intensive environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute procurement strategy supporting R&D, pilot production, and manufacturing scale-up
• Lead sourcing, supplier selection, negotiations, and long-term agreements for complex, engineered components and subsystems
• Manage supplier risk, including single-source dependencies, capacity constraints, and long-lead items
• Partner with engineering on should-cost modeling, make/buy decisions, and value engineering initiatives
• Establish procurement processes, controls, KPIs, and governance appropriate for a rapidly scaling technology company
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing procurement and supply chain team
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and Program Management
• Support compliance with contractual, regulatory, and export-control requirements
• Interface with government-funded program requirements as applicable

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain leadership experience
• Proven experience sourcing complex electromechanical, optical, vacuum, plasma, or precision-manufactured systems
• Strong contract negotiation skills with high-value, long-lead suppliers
• Experience operating in fast-paced, technically complex environments
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and structured procurement processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor capital equipment, aerospace, defense, photonics, or advanced energy systems
• Background supporting DOE, NNSA, DOD programs, national laboratories, or federally funded R&D initiatives
• Experience in startup, scale-up, or first-of-a-kind manufacturing environments
• Understanding of government compliance, reporting, and audit considerations

Additional Information

• This is a full-time appointment.
• xLight offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package with stock options, holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance and 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• In compliance with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions at xLight without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, absent undue hardship.
• Send resume and optional cover letter to

Equal Opportunity Statement

xLight Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

Job Title: Test Lead

Location: Mountain View, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description:

Qualification: B. Tech/MTech (Electronics & Communication Engineering)

1) Min 10 yrs experience in Automotive test development and testing with min 2 yrs in the infotainment and/or telematics domain

2) Test automation and testing of IVI interfaces at least 2 of the following: Serialize-based high-resolution Displays, Ethernet, Tuner, Wi-Fi, BT, V2X, LTE, GNSS, and Audio.

3) DVP&R preparation, DV testing

Skills:

1) Min 10 yrs experience in Automotive test development and testing with min 2 yrs in the infotainment and/or telematics domain

2) Test automation and testing of IVI interfaces of at least 2 of the following: serialize-based high resolution Displays, Ethernet, Tuner, Wi-Fi, BT, V2X, LTE, GNSS, and audio

3) DVP&R preparation, DV testing