Hardware Design Engineer
At Nexthop AI., we are searching for a driven and innovative Hardware Design Engineer who is excited about shaping the future of datacenter AI infrastructure. If you thrive on tackling complex challenges and have a passion for system design and integrating advanced optical modules, we’d love to have you on our team.
About the Role
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.
This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring on-site presence three days per week.
Candidates must have the right to work in Australia at the time of application
Why Join Us?
At Nexthop AI, we believe in pushing boundaries and turning ideas into reality. You’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about innovation and committed to creating technology that powers the future. Let’s build something extraordinary together!
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and take your career to the next level!
Skills Required
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Experience in hardware system design
- Experience with high-speed serdes and high power ASICs
- Experience with CPU subsystems (e.g., x86, ARM)
- Experience with signal integrity and power integrity
- Experience with power management systems
- Experience with digital logic design
- Proven track record of shipping multiple generations of products
What We Do
Nexthop AI is an infrastructure startup building the most efficient Al infrastructure for the world's largest cloud operators. We are a cohesive team of seasoned industry experts, who through their collaborative product design as well as system and network engineering capabilities are leading the charge on disruptive technical innovation for AI and Cloud networking.
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