Electronic Engineer - San Francisco

About Plaud

Plaud is building the world's most trusted AI work companion for professionals to elevate productivity and performance through note-taking solutions, loved by over 1,500,000 users worldwide since 2023. With a mission to amplify human intelligence, Plaud is building the next-generation intelligence infrastructure and interfaces to capture, extract, and utilize what you say, hear, see, and think. Plaud Inc. is a Delaware-incorporated, San Francisco-based company pushing the boundary of human–AI intelligence through a hardware–software combination. With SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, ISO27001, ISO27701, and EN18031 compliance, Plaud is committed to the highest standards of data security and privacy protection.

Why You Should Join Us

• Define the next-gen paradigm for human-AI interaction.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge AI for Pro tools and play a direct role in our global expansion.
• Work with passionate teammates who value innovation, collaboration, and customer success.
• Grow your career in a culture that champions continuous learning and fast career development.
• Market-competitive compensation, global exposure, and a vibrant, creativity-fueled work atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic systems for AI wearable prototypes, including schematic design and system architecture.
• Build and debug prototype hardware, supporting board bring-up, sensor integration, and system validation.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical and firmware engineers to deliver fully functional prototype devices.
• Evaluate electronic feasibility of product concepts and support rapid hardware iteration cycles.
• Prepare validated electronic designs and documentation for handoff to the Shenzhen engineering team for further development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience in consumer electronics, IoT, or wearable device development.
• Strong experience in schematic design, board bring-up, and system debugging for embedded hardware systems.
• Proficiency in EE design tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro/OrCAD, or KiCad, and familiarity with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and lab debugging tools.
• Experience with low-power electronics, sensors, batteries, and wireless technologies (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi) used in wearable devices.
• Strong problem-solving ability and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in cross-functional and international teams.

Benefits

• Founding Team: Opportunity to join the founding team of this new initiative, with meaningful ownership and impact on a fast-growing startup.
• Competitive Compensation: $150K-$200K base salary + performance bonus + Equity.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Top-tier healthcare for employees and dependents, including dental and vision, and a generous employer subsidy.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan for full-time employees with company matching.
• Paid Time Off: Unlimited PTO, plus 13 paid holidays.
• New Parent Leave: 12 weeks of paid time off to spend time with your new family, regardless of gender.
• Hybrid Office: Minimum of 3x in office per week.
• Gear: New hires are equipped with their choice of new top-of-the-line laptops and workstation setups.
• Perks: Best office equipment, annual offsites, free office drinks and snacks.