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POSITION DESCRIPTION Bright Silicon Technologies, located in Pleasanton, Ca, is seeking an early career Software Engineer who is passionate about moving new technology to production. We are looking for an engineer to bridge the gap between users and our hardware, refine networking and controls software stacks, and who has the ability to work with a cross-functional team to design, build, and test a precision beam steering device. We are a small team pioneering the state-of-the-art in solid-state optical beam-control, looking for innovators and hard workers. If you’re a talented “take on anything” engineer and ready to have a leading role in the future of an exciting technology and valuable company, come join us. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Algorithm Design & Simulation: Develop, model, and simulate advanced DSP algorithms and feedback control loops using tools like MATLAB, Python, or C++ • Controls Integration: Implement control logic in continuous and discrete-time signal processing code. • System Optimization: Optimize algorithms for constrained environments, focusing on latency minimization, memory footprint reduction, and execution speed • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with hardware, firmware, and application software teams to define and integrate DSP pipelines into our core product architecture • Testing & Validation: Conduct rigorous code reviews, unit testing, and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) testing to validate performance against mathematical models BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • Direct experience translating system designs from high-level mathematical languages into performance-focused C++ code • Strong system-level programming and process automation skills utilizing C++, Python, and MATLAB • Hands-on experience developing multithreaded applications and high-performance communication protocols • Excellent communication skills with experience working with a cross-functional, distributed team • A self-starter mindset with the ability to take ownership of projects and independently implement, test, and improve designs • System-oriented, with the ability and desire to dive deep into the smallest detail • U.S. Citizenship - Position works on government projects requiring US Citizenship. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: An ideal candidate would have familiarity with: • Experience deploying algorithms on embedded microcontrollers, DSP chips, or FPGAs • Working closely with embedded environments and interfacing directly with physical hardware or laboratory equipment over standard serial or industrial interfaces Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At BST we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.  COMPANY OVERVIEW At Bright we are building precision optical systems to guide data for a new era of communication. Our technology introduces an unprecedented level of precision, agility, and versatility to directing light. We are experts in precision engineering, optical design and product development who are delivering technological breakthroughs to revolutionize photonics. The LDA has the potential to revolutionize optical system markets such as laser communication terminals for terrestrial and satellite mesh networks, optical switching for data centers, LIDAR for autonomous car and drones, 3D printing of metals, and many others. Founded in 2020, Bright Silicon Technologies’ goal is to build an enduring technology manufacturing company, with first product to market in 2026. In this position, you will play a critical role in the creation, launch, and scaling of a new advanced technology product. We offer competitive market salaries as well as equity incentives so that every team member owns a piece of our success. We’re an engineer-led company, and we value efficiently and effectively completing our work while sustaining a long-term work/life balance. The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including, but not limited to the following: • Equity Incentive Plan – Restricted Stock Awards • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision along with other voluntary benefits • 3% employer contribution to employee 401(K) • Development and career growth opportunities Generous paid time off and paid company holidays #LI-EW1

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Algorithm Design & Simulation: Develop, model, and simulate advanced DSP algorithms and feedback control loops using tools like MATLAB, Python, or C++
Controls Integration: Implement control logic in continuous and discrete-time signal processing code.
System Optimization: Optimize algorithms for constrained environments, focusing on latency minimization, memory footprint reduction, and execution speed
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with hardware, firmware, and application software teams to define and integrate DSP pipelines into our core product architecture
Testing & Validation: Conduct rigorous code reviews, unit testing, and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) testing to validate performance against mathematical models
Direct experience translating system designs from high-level mathematical languages into performance-focused C++ code
Strong system-level programming and process automation skills utilizing C++, Python, and MATLAB
Hands-on experience developing multithreaded applications and high-performance communication protocols
Excellent communication skills with experience working with a cross-functional, distributed team
A self-starter mindset with the ability to take ownership of projects and independently implement, test, and improve designs
System-oriented, with the ability and desire to dive deep into the smallest detail
U.S. Citizenship - Position works on government projects requiring US Citizenship.
Experience deploying algorithms on embedded microcontrollers, DSP chips, or FPGAs
Working closely with embedded environments and interfacing directly with physical hardware or laboratory equipment over standard serial or industrial interfaces
The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including, but not limited to the following:
Equity Incentive Plan – Restricted Stock Awards
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision along with other voluntary benefits
Development and career growth opportunities

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