Electrical Engineer - Consumer Electronics

DoorDash Inc

San Francisco, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analog Circuit Design, Android, Antenna, Automation, Best Practices, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Circuit Simulation, Computer Firmware, Concurrency, Concurrent Programming Language Family, Consumer Electronics, Contract Manufacturing, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Debugging Skills, Digital Circuit Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), Electromechanical Systems, Embedded Linux, Embedded Systems, FCC (Federal Communications Commission), Graphic Design, Hardware Development, Identify Issues, Logic Analyzer, Logistics, Manufacturing, Mass Production, Memory Hardware, Microcontroller, Mixed Signal IC Design, Network Performance/Analysis, Options Analysis, OrCAD, Original Design Manufacturer (ODM), Oscilloscope, PCI Express (PCI-E), Peripheral Hardware, Point of Sale (POS) Systems, Power Management, Printed Circuit Board Design, Product Design, Product Development, Realtime Operating System, Regulatory Compliance, Reliability Engineering, Robotics, Schematic Capture, Signal Integrity, Software Design, Spectrum Analyzers, System Integration (SI), Systems Administration/Management, Technical Support, USB, Wi-Fi, Wireless Communications
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

About the Team DoorDash Labs, established in 2018, serves as the innovation hub for DoorDash, focusing on developing automation and robotics solutions to enhance last-mile logistics. The teams mission is to create technologies that support and augment human networks, aiming to improve efficiency for Dashers, merchants, and consumers alike. Were ruthlessly focused on business impact. We are a highly senior team composed of former pioneers from a variety of different robotics industries. As of 2025, DoorDash has completed 10B lifetime deliveries. Were focused on how to do the next 10B even better.

About the Role We are seeking a Senior/Staff Electrical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team, with a focus on developing production-grade electrical systems for consumer and enterprise hardware platforms (e.g., tablets, POS systems, peripherals, and connected devices).

This role demands a strong background in mixed-signal board design, power systems, wireless integration, and high-volume product development. The ideal candidate has a passion for building and shipping reliable hardware at scale and thrives in an environment that demands technical depth and high-quality execution across multiple concurrent programs.

Youre excited about this opportunity because you will…

  • Architect and implement electrical subsystems including:
  • Power systems: battery management, charging, DC/DC converters, power distribution, and protection.
  • Digital and mixed-signal board design: application processors, MCUs, high-speed interfaces (USB, PCIe, MIPI, etc.), memory, and sensor integration.
  • Wireless systems: WiFi, BLE, LTE, antennas, and EMI/EMC-conscious layout and integration.
  • Peripheral and display integration: touch interfaces, display subsystems, and external connectivity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the full lifecycle of electrical hardware from concept, schematic capture, layout review, through bring-up, validation, certification, and production handoff.
  • Collaborate with mechanical, firmware, systems, product, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware into polished, field-deployed products.
  • Drive design for reliability and manufacturability (EVT, DVT, PVT, yield optimization, cost-down initiatives, etc.).
  • Lead board bring-up, validation, and troubleshooting using lab tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, etc.).
  • Support initial firmware bring-up and system integration as needed (bare metal, RTOS, embedded Linux, or Android-based systems).
  • Contribute across multiple programs - including merchant-facing hardware and emerging automation or robotics efforts - as business needs evolve.

Were excited about you because…

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in hands-on electrical hardware development.
  • Proven track record of shipping high-volume consumer or enterprise electronics.
  • Expertise in one or more of the following:
  • Power management and battery-operated product design.
  • Digital and analog circuit design, simulation, and layout best practices.
  • High-speed digital design and signal/power integrity considerations.
  • Wireless system integration and EMI/EMC-aware layout techniques.
  • Strong hands-on experience with board bring-up, testing, and debugging.
  • Experience working with ODM/JDM or contract manufacturing partners to scale products to mass production.
  • Fluent with tools like Altium, OrCAD, KiCad, or equivalent.
  • Must be comfortable regularly exercising discretion and independent judgment in performing job duties, including evaluating options, making informed decisions, and determining appropriate courses of action within the scope of assigned responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience developing tablets, POS systems, or other connected consumer/enterprise devices.
  • Familiarity with firmware development in C/C++ and embedded system integration.
  • Experience with regulatory compliance and certification processes (FCC, CE, etc.).
  • Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing and post-launch field reliability improvements.
  • Exposure to electromechanical or robotics systems.
  • Youve shipped hardware at scale in customer-facing products.
  • Thrive in high-integrity, fast-paced, high-ownership engineering environments.
  • You are an engineer in your personal life and have the projects to prove it.
  • Have worked with in-house and contract manufacturing teams.
  • Are obsessed with craftsmanship.
  • Live and breathe extreme ownership.

About the Company

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