System Hardware Technician

Tenstorrent$70K — $95K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of hands-on experience with hardware systems
  • Strong background in computer architecture and operating systems
  • Proficiency in hardware diagnostics and troubleshooting
  • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced R&D settings
  • Familiarity with automation and process improvement methods

Responsibilities

  • Install and maintain servers and workstations for engineering teams
  • Troubleshoot and repair complex hardware systems
  • Provide priority support for critical infrastructure availability
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers and IT teams for technical resolutions
  • Document and track hardware assets accurately

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in cutting-edge AI hardware development
  • Hands-on experience with prototype and production systems
  • Exposure to advanced engineering practices and technologies
  • Potential for professional growth across various experience levels
  • Collaborative team environment fostering innovation
Full Job Description
This role sits at the center of cutting-edge AI hardware development, keeping the servers, PCIe systems, and engineering infrastructure running that power next-generation compute. You'll be hands-on with rapidly evolving prototype and production systems, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting hardware in fast-paced R&D and data center environments. Acting as a critical bridge between hardware engineers, software teams, and IT, you'll help ensure seamless access to the platforms that turn ideas into working silicon and systems. This role is onsite, based out of Toronto, Canada or Austin, Texas. We welcome candidates at various experience levels for this role. During the interview process, candidates will be assessed for the appropriate level, and offers will align with that level, which may differ from the one in this posting. Who You Are • A hands-on hardware professional who enjoys building, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex computing systems. • Comfortable working in fast-paced R&D environments where hardware, firmware, and software are constantly evolving. • Knowledgeable in computer architecture, operating systems, and hardware diagnostics, with strong problem-solving skills. • Collaborative, detail-oriented, and motivated to improve processes through documentation, scripting, and automation. What We Need • Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair servers, workstations, PCIe devices, and related hardware systems that support engineering teams. • Provide priority support to ensure critical infrastructure remains available and operational while maintaining accurate asset tracking and documentation. • Partner closely with hardware engineers, software developers, IT, and site teams to resolve complex technical issues. • Safely perform hardware installations and maintenance activities in engineering labs and data center environments. What You Will Learn • Gain hands-on experience supporting cutting-edge AI hardware platforms from prototype development through commercial release. • Develop expertise in large-scale infrastructure operations, hardware diagnostics, and system-level troubleshooting. • Learn how to improve operational efficiency through automation, scripting, and process development. • Work alongside cross-functional engineering teams and gain exposure to the technologies powering next-generation AI computing systems.

About Tenstorrent

Tenstorrent is a semiconductor company that designs and develops computer processors for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. The company's processors are designed to be energy-efficient and scalable, and are used by a range of businesses, from small startups to large enterprises. Tenstorrent was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario.
Learn more about Tenstorrent
Size
51 employees
Industry
Founded
2016

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