Hardware Lead Engineer

The Client

At our client's firm, they're redefining play with a one-of-a-kind cube-shaped gaming console that merges the physical and digital worlds. The system combines modular hardware, immersive software, and creative game design to create a brand-new category of interactive entertainment.

About the Role

Our client is looking for a Hardware Engineer to join their R&D center in Shenzhen. As a Hardware Engineer onsite, you will take ownership of key hardware projects and drive them from concept and prototyping through testing, certification, and mass production. This role is quite project-focused: you will coordinate closely with the hardware team onsite, as well as cross-functional teams in design, software, and manufacturing, to deliver successful product outcomes that meet world-class standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain electronic schematics and PCB layouts using CAD tools (Altium Designer and similar).
• Debug, analyze, and optimize hardware performance, power efficiency, and durability.
• Prepare and manage BOMs (Bill of Materials), ensuring accuracy, cost-efficiency, and availability of components.
• Research, select, and validate components with strong focus on the Chinese electronics supply base.
• Create and maintain documentation packages for manufacturing, assembly, and testing.
• Systematize and improve hardware development workflows and documentation standards.
• Support debugging, validation, and testing of prototypes, support international certification compliance.
• Collaborate with suppliers and factories to resolve technical issues and align on specifications.
• Ensure DFM considerations are integrated into all designs to streamline manufacturing.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in consumer electronics product development.
• Solid hands-on experience with Altium Designer (or equivalent EDA tools).
• Strong understanding of BOM management and component lifecycle.
• Knowledge of modern electronic components, with emphasis on sourcing and availability in the Chinese market.
• Practical experience preparing hardware documentation for factories and manufacturing partners.
• Familiarity with hardware testing and debugging practices.
• Ability to structure processes and keep documentation systematic and up to date.
• English is required; Chinese is a strong plus.

Nice to Have

• Experience in gaming hardware, toys, or interactive devices.
• Knowledge of wireless modules (e.g., Bluetooth), power management, or sensor integration.
• Rust, C++, or assembly skills for hardware-related software debugging.
• Experience working directly with Chinese factories (OEM/ODM).

Benefits

• Official employment in China through our registered entity.
• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses.
• Autonomy to lead hardware projects with end-to-end responsibility.
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge consumer electronics with global market reach.
• Work within a dynamic and ambitious team, developing products that redefine interactive entertainment.