Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Fresh graduate or 1 year of experience with server hardware, HPC systems, or data center infrastructure.
Strong experience with Linux operating systems (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL, etc.).
Experience with GPU platforms (NVIDIA preferred) and accelerator-based computing systems.
Familiarity with server components such as CPUs, memory, storage, networking, and PCIe devices.
Experience troubleshooting hardware and system-level issues.
Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Responsibilities
Design, configure, and deploy server and HPC systems, including GPU- and AI-based computing platforms.
Install, configure, and maintain Linux-based operating systems and related system software.
Perform system bring-up, validation, and performance testing for new hardware platforms.
Troubleshoot hardware, firmware, and operating system issues across server and cluster environments.
Collaborate with engineering teams to define system specifications and evaluate hardware-software interfaces.
Analyze technical data to recommend system layouts and provide technical support for sales activities.
Develop and maintain system documentation, installation procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
401k match
Commuter benefits
Life and Accidental Insurance
Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated System Engineer to join our Engineering team. This role will focus on the design, deployment, validation, and troubleshooting of high-performance computing systems and server platforms. The ideal candidate has strong experience working with Linux environments, GPU-based computing systems, and enterprise server hardware, along with a passion for solving complex technical challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Design, configure, and deploy server and HPC systems, including GPU- and AI-based computing platforms.
Install, configure, and maintain Linux-based operating systems and related system software.
Perform system bring-up, validation, and performance testing for new hardware platforms.
Troubleshoot hardware, firmware, and operating system issues across server and cluster environments.
Collaborate with engineering teams to define system specifications and evaluate the interface between hardware and software to ensure operational and performance requirements are met.
Analyze technical data to recommend and plan system layouts; provide technical support for sales activities, including configuration development.
Review and approve quotations and assist in the timely resolution of technical issues.
Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and support teams to resolve system integration challenges.
Develop and maintain system documentation, installation procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
Support customer deployments, system integrations, and proof-of-concept testing as needed.
Monitor system performance and recommend improvements to enhance stability, efficiency, and scalability.
Assist in evaluating new technologies, components, and system architectures to improve AMAX solutions.
Review customer system orders to verify and confirm configurations and system requirements.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Fresh grad or 1 year of experience working with server hardware, HPC systems, or data center infrastructure.
Strong experience with Linux operating systems (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL, etc.).
Experience working with GPU platforms (NVIDIA preferred) and accelerator-based computing systems.
Familiarity with server components such as CPUs, memory, storage, networking, and PCIe devices.
Experience troubleshooting hardware and system-level issues.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of cluster environments, networking, and distributed computing is a plus.
Scripting experience (Bash, Python, or similar) is a plus.
Experience with AI/ML infrastructure or GPU clusters.
Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
Experience with system validation, burn-in testing, or failure analysis.
Exposure to high-speed networking technologies (InfiniBand, RDMA).
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
401k match
Commuter benefits
Life and Accidental Insurance
Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
The annual salary range for this position is between $80,000 and $95,000. This may be subject to change based on the candidate's education, experience and skill set.
We also have a perfect location for all types of commuters: AMAX is located right between I-680 and I-880. Warm Springs/South Fremont BART station and bus stops are within a 10-minute walking distance. 5 grocery stores, 6+ coffee/tea places, and numerous restaurants within 1 mile. Feel free to try the delicious fusions or grab your daily groceries after work!
