Software Engineer - Hardware Diagnostics - New Grad

Nexthop AI

$95K — $115K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Proficiency in Python and C programming languages
  • Solid understanding of systems software, including embedded and distributed systems
  • Familiarity with hardware schematics and component datasheets
  • Knowledge of L2 networking protocols is a plus
  • Strong communication skills for collaborative work
  • Ability to ask questions and take project ownership

Responsibilities

  • Design and write platform driver code across kernel and user space to model, stress, and verify hardware performance
  • Drive architectural decisions for platform software in a collaborative environment
  • Partner with hardware, software, and mechanical engineering teams to develop custom test suites
  • Engage in end-to-end system enablement from prototype bring-up to AI datacenter deployments
  • Contribute to the startup culture by challenging norms and shaping the tech stack

Benefits

  • 1:1 mentorship from experienced industry professionals
  • Ownership of impactful projects aligned with personal interests
  • Collaborative culture that promotes continuous learning and creativity
Full Job Description
Diagnostics Team Details: We are looking for inquisitive software engineers eager to bridge the gap between software platform architecture and physical hardware. Operating as a vital group within our software organization, our team rapidly iterates to validate hardware-from early prototype bring-up to full datacenter deployment-using an industry-leading software framework. Strong problem-solving skills, rapid adaptability, and enthusiasm for collaborative engineering are at the core of what we value.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Design and write platform driver code across kernel and user space to model, stress, and verify hardware performance.
  • Drive architectural decisions for our platform software in a highly collaborative setting.
  • Partner cross-functionally with hardware, software, and mechanical engineering teams to build custom test suites for complex designs.
  • Engage in end-to-end system enablement, progressing from prototype bring-up to large-scale AI datacenter deployments.
  • Help shape our startup culture-take ownership, challenge existing paradigms, and contribute directly to the future of our tech stack.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Proficiency in Python, C
  • Solid understanding of systems software, including embedded systems and distributed systems
  • Familiarity with schematics/component datasheets
  • Familiarity with L2 networking protocols is a plus.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team
  • Confidence to both ask questions and take ownership of your projects


What We Offer:
  • Direct 1:1 mentorship from industry veterans passionate about accelerating your early-career technical growth.
  • High ownership of high-impact projects tailored to your interests and expertise, with immediate visibility and impact across teams.
  • A supportive, highly collaborative culture that encourages continuous learning, curiosity, and creative problem-solving.

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