Hardware Design Engineer
Work with the brightest minds, including ex-ISRO scientists and global space industry experts, at one of the select few companies in the country pioneering cutting edge EO payloads.
Seeking an Electronics Hardware Engineer to design, test, and integrate electronic systems supporting FPGA platforms and instrumentation modules for high-performance applications.
About KaleidEO
KaleidEO, a subsidiary of SatSure, is an upstream leader in Earth Observation, building a full-stack company from India.
As an analytics-first payload innovator, we focus on building next-gen payloads tailored for industry-specific applications.
Our high-resolution, optical, multispectral payloads, equipped with edge computing and wide coverage capabilities, maximize the value generated from every pixel of satellite imagery.
Rooted in SatSure’s legacy of delivering last-mile applications across sectors like Utilities, Aviation, Agriculture, BFSI and Climate Action, KaleidEO offers modular solutions for the entire EO value chain spanning payload development, launch, mission operations, and data analytics
At KaleidEO, we are committed to shaping the future of Earth Observation and putting Indian space tech on a global map, and we invite you to be part of this exciting journey.
Roles and Responsibilities
FPGA Hardware Support
- To design and implement supporting circuitry required to keep the FPGA functional, including power supplies, clocking, reset, and I/O interfacing.
- To work on clocking systems (oscillators, PLLs, and 1PPS synchronization).
- To ensure robust connectivity using industry-standard connectors and interfaces.
Signal Conditioning & Instrumentation (added advantage)
- To work with transistor- and op-amp–based analog circuits for sensing, amplification, filtering, and buffering of signals.
- To assist in design of instrumentation front-ends for sensor interfacing and data acquisition.
Board-Level Design
- To participate in schematic design, PCB layout review, and bring-up of custom boards.
- To collaborate in testing, debugging, and validation of hardware at the lab bench.
Collaboration
- To work closely with FPGA/embedded software engineers for system integration.
- To document designs, test procedures, and results in a structured manners.
Qualifications
- B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, or related fields.
- Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 6 months of relevant internship/project experience.
Must have
- Strong fundamentals in electronics circuit design (analog + digital).
- Knowledge of FPGA hardware requirements (power rails, clocks, resets, I/O standards).
- Understanding of LDOs, regulators, oscillators, and signal integrity basics.
- Familiarity with sensors, op-amp circuits, and analog front-end design.
- Proficiency with schematic capture tools (e.g., KiCAD, Altium, OrCAD) — academic experience acceptable.
- Ability to use lab instruments (oscilloscope, multimeter, logic analyzer, power supply).
Good to have
- Exposure to FPGA development tools (Xilinx, Intel/Altera, Lattice).
- Knowledge of communication interfaces (USART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet PHY).
- Understanding of basic power electronics (DC-DC converters).
- Understanding of basic power electronics (DC-DC converters).
Interview Process
- Introductory call
- Panel Interview rounds ( 2 rounds)
- Culture Round / HR round
No of positions: 1
- Expected Month of Joining: May 2025
Benefits
Medical Health Cover for you and your family including unlimited online doctor consultations
We believe family comes first. That’s why we offer Maternity, Paternity, Marriage and Bereavement Leave, so you can be there when it matters most.
We ensure every member of the team gets an opportunity to participate at international events and conferences.
Access to mental health experts for you and your family.
Dedicated allowances for learning and skill development.
