Hardware Design Engineer

Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Super Micro Computer is a global leader in end-to-end computing and high-performance networking solutions. We are seeking a Hardware Design Engineer to join our talented design team. In this role, you will play a critical part in the research, design, development, and testing of high-performance server motherboards and related products. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams and external partners to deliver robust, competitive, and high-quality board designs.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, results-driven, and passionate about developing best-in-class server products with outstanding performance and reliability.

• Responsible for schematic capture, PCB layout review, BOM generation, debugging, and testing of server motherboards, backplanes, and add-on cards
• Modify and enhance existing designs to improve performance, quality, and reliability of server products
• Execute Design Verification Testing (DVT) using oscilloscopes and other lab equipment
• Collaborate with BIOS, firmware, validation, and cross-functional teams to identify and resolve design and quality issues at an early stage
• Ensure products meet engineering specifications, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations
• Create comprehensive technical documentation, including product specifications, layout guidelines, test procedures, and manufacturing handoff materials
• Support smooth product transfer to manufacturing, provide strong technical support to contract manufacturers and production teams during sample and mass production stages
• Offer technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers within the team
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering; Master's degree is a plus
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in hardware design, with a strong focus on x86 server motherboards
• In-depth knowledge of digital, analog, and power circuit design, high-speed PCB layout, and signal integrity
• Solid understanding of Intel architecture, Windows, and Linux operating systems
• Proven experience with oscilloscopes and standard laboratory test equipment
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills for complex hardware issues
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment
• Self-motivated team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic setting
• Experience with Linux shell scripting and automated testing is a plus

$148,000 - $165,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.