Hardware Engineer (F/M/X)

Location: Paris (75011)Contract: CDI (permanent), full-timeExperience: Graduate to 5 years of experience (internships and apprenticeships included)Start date: ASAPWhy PROPHESEE?Prophesee is pioneering a new generation of machine vision inspired by the human eye and brain. Its breakthrough event-based vision technology enables machines to see and respond to changes with unprecedented speed and efficiency, serving demanding markets including industrial automation, aerospace and defense, autonomous systems, and IoT.You will join a unique technology adventure where you will design the hardware that turns our sensors into working solutions, from first prototypes to production-ready systems. As a Hardware Engineer in the Applications Engineering team, your work will have a direct impact on the success of one of the most promising Deep Tech companies worldwide.The teamThe Applications Engineering team is the technical bridge between our event-based vision sensors and the customers who build them into their systems, across industries including industrial automation, security and defense. We turn sensor capabilities into working solutions: we evaluate, prototype, implement and optimize side by side with our customers’ engineering teams. The position is based in our Paris office, with labs on site.MissionWe are looking for a highly motivated Hardware Engineer to develop event-based vision system hardware from specification to production. The role combines electronic design, hands-on lab work and technical support: you will design schematics and PCBs, bring up and debug boards, contribute to the operation of the electronics lab and support sensor test and characterization activities. This position suits a recent graduate or an engineer with up to five years of experience who enjoys both design and hands-on work. You will be the person who interprets the requirements, selects the components, designs the board, solders the prototype, debugs what goes wrong and documents the result clearly.Role description1. Hardware design and developmentDevelop and test event-based vision evaluation kits and demonstrators, interpreting requirements and delivering hardware solutions on time and within budget.Create electronic schematics and printed circuit boards that meet development requirements, taking technical and project constraints into account.Contribute to and improve development workflows using PCB CAD tools, including the maintenance of component libraries.Identify new suppliers and maintain existing supplier relationships to ensure high-quality deliverables.2. Lab, test and characterizationProvide test and measurement support in the electronics lab to identify and resolve electrical issues in new and existing systems.Provide development support for sensor test and characterization activities.Contribute to the operation and continuous improvement of the electronics and optical labs.3. Customer support and cross-functional collaborationSupport customer developments when requested, reviewing proposals and guiding sensor integrations to a successful outcome.Work with the different business units on their hardware needs, from internal prototypes to customer-facing reference designs.Key deliverablesElectronic schematics, PCB layouts and component libraries, with clear design documentation.Working evaluation kits, demonstrators, test system hardware and sensor reference designs.Test plans and test reports demonstrating circuit performance.Design reviews and recommendations supporting customer sensor integrations.ProfileEducation: Master’s degree (engineering school or university) in electronics, electrical engineering or a related field.Experience: from graduate up to 5 years; internships, apprenticeships or substantial academic projects count as relevant experience.Expertise & experience – requiredAbility to develop electronic circuits to meet defined specifications, including component selection and evaluation.Ability to create electrical schematics using Altium Designer, KiCad or similar.Knowledge of PCB layout, with working knowledge of analog and high-speed digital design principles.Ability to create and implement test plans to assure circuit performance.Methodical approach to debugging and investigating electrical issues.Experience with lab test equipment such as oscilloscopes and signal generators.Hands-on approach to prototyping, at ease with SMD soldering.Knowledge of low-speed protocols such as I2C and SPI.Expertise & experience – preferredKnowledge of high-speed digital protocols used in image sensors, such as MIPI or LVDS.Familiarity with CMOS imaging components, systems and applications.Experience with microcontroller platforms (e.g. STM32, RP2040 or similar).Knowledge of C/C++ or Python.Knowledge of mechanical design for 3D printing (Fusion 360 or similar).Knowledge of basic optical principles.Notions of DFT, DFM and reliability certification.Soft skillsStrong problem-solving skills, strong analytical skills. Flexible to dynamic environments and fast changing technologies. Passionate about technology. This person must work well with other engineers in a team environment. Good sense of autonomy. Must be pragmatic and self-motivated to complete a task even if it is outside of just the “well known” realm : “Can Do Attitude”.LanguagesEnglish: good written and spoken English, including clear technical documentation – required.French: strongly appreciated, though not mandatory.What We OfferHybrid work: 2 days of remote work per weekMeal vouchers: €11 per working day on your Swile card, 60% covered by PropheseeCommuting: 50% of your Navigo pass covered, combinable with a sustainable mobility allowance of €33.33/month (bike, scooter, carpooling…)Wellbeing & sport: access to Gymlib / Wellpass to train in thousands of gyms and studiosMental health: access to Moodwork, a platform offering support and resources for your mental wellbeingActive Works Council (CSE): events, discounts and social & cultural benefitsAn international, multicultural team in a deeptech company with over 100 patents, working on technology used in industry, defense and infrastructureRecruitment processApplication review – we usually respond within a week.Introduction call with our Talent Acquisition Specialist (30 min).Technical interview with the hiring manager (1 h).Technical case (e.g. hands-on prototyping exercise) and meeting with the team.Final interview with HR and reference check.InclusionProphesee is committed to diversity and inclusion. All our positions are open to everyone, without distinction, including people with disabilities. If you need any accommodation during the recruitment process, just let us know.