Own the hardware architecture of our IoT gateway, from concept and component selection through production and lifecycle management
Work closely together with the product manager to define system-level requirements covering performance, reliability, security, manufacturability, and cost
Act as the main interface between hardware, embedded software, and manufacturing, ensuring tight alignment across disciplines
Oversee board-level validation, debugging, and failure analysis during prototyping, pilot runs, and field operation
Define and support hardware test strategies for production, including manufacturing flashing processes
Drive hardware-related certification activities (e.g. CE, EMC, safety, radio), working with external labs and internal stakeholders
Support secure hardware foundations, including secure boot enablement in collaboration with embedded software colleagues
Manage hardware revisions, BOM management, and supply-chain constraints over the product lifecycle

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in hardware engineering for embedded or IoT systems
Proven experience owning hardware designs from specification through production
Strong experience coordinating and technically steering external hardware development partners
Solid understanding of embedded systems constraints and hardware–software interaction
Hands-on experience with hardware validation, debugging, and root-cause analysis
Practical exposure to certification processes and working with external test labs
Familiarity with manufacturing processes, production testing, and supply-chain considerations
Ability to work autonomously as the hardware specialist within a cross-functional team
Strong analytical skills and a structured, detail-oriented working style
Clear and effective communicator in English (German is a plus)

You are part of a dynamic team with people who prove every day that they can make things happen and move companies forward with great positive impact
You move in flat hierarchies and have short decision-making paths
You can learn a lot quickly and get involved at different levels
You will be welcomed by a friendly and familiar team
You are part of the energy transition and recognize in your daily work what purpose it serves
You can work in one of our offices in Hamburg, Berlin or Munich
You create a healthy balance alongside your work and enjoy all the benefits of the EGYM Wellpass
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Senior IoT Hardware Engineer

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