Hardware Electrical Engineer

Nexthop AI

• $110K — $130K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience in hardware system design, including complex circuit board design with high-speed serdes and high power ASICs.
  • Familiarity with CPU subsystems such as x86, ARM, PowerPC, and BMC.
  • Knowledge of signal integrity, power integrity, and EMC principles.
  • Proficiency in power management systems (DC/DC, AC/DC) and thermal management techniques.
  • Experience in digital logic design using VHDL or Verilog.
  • Understanding of industry standards such as UL, CE, and FCC.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop Ethernet switches and networking interfaces.
  • Collaborate with software and mechanical engineers, as well as manufacturing and supply chain teams.
  • Conduct system-level analysis and simulations for hardware validation.
  • Implement testing protocols to ensure product reliability and performance.
  • Refine and uphold best practices for design processes and development standards.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge hardware solutions in the networking industry.
  • Engage with cross-functional teams, enhancing collaboration skills.
  • Involvement in the entire product lifecycle, from concept to production.
  • Exposure to modern data centers and AI applications.
  • Potential for professional growth through participation in advanced technology projects.
Full Job Description
Hardware Design Engineer

As a Hardware Design Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in creating cutting-edge hardware solutions for the networking industry. From concept to production, you'll design systems that deliver top-notch performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, ensuring our products meet the needs of modern data centers AI applications.

What You'll Do
  • Design and develop Ethernet switches, CPU subsystems, memory, and networking interfaces.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software, mechanical/thermal engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain.
  • Perform system-level analysis, simulation, and rigorous validation and testing.
  • Contribute to refining and implementing best practices for design processes and standards.

What We're Looking For

Technical Expertise
  • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Bachelor's or Master's).
  • Experience in hardware system design, especially with:
    • Complex circuit board design with highspeed serdes and high power ASICs
    • CPU subsystems (e.g., x86, ARM, PowerPC, BMC).
    • Signal integrity, power integrity, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
    • Power management systems (DC/DC, AC/DC) and thermal management.
    • Digital logic design (VHDL, Verilog).
    • Industry regulations and standards (e.g., UL, CE, FCC).
  • Proven track record of shipping multiple generations of products

Soft Skills
  • Driven and takes ownership of your project
  • Can "do what it takes to succeed" and be a team player simultaneously
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across diverse teams.
  • Analytical thinking with a knack for solving complex problems.

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