Platform Hardware Engineer – Data Center Accelerator Platforms

<p><strong>The Role:</strong></p> <p>We are looking for a <strong>Platform Hardware Engineer</strong> to help develop next-generation accelerator platforms based on Openchip silicon for AI, Machine Learning (ML) and High-Performance Computing (HPC) applications.</p> <p>In this multidisciplinary role, you will contribute to the development of complex hardware platforms from concept through production, working across board design, manufacturing, bring-up, validation and system integration. You will collaborate closely with silicon, firmware, software, power, mechanical, thermal and manufacturing teams, as well as external suppliers and technology partners, to deliver reliable, high-performance products.</p> <p>This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining hands-on hardware development with cross-functional collaboration to solve challenging technical problems.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support the development of accelerator boards and platform hardware throughout the full product lifecycle, from concept to production.</li> <li>Contribute to hardware architecture, schematic reviews, design integration and technical trade-off analysis.</li> <li>Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure successful hardware implementation and system integration.</li> <li>Review schematics, PCB layouts, manufacturing documentation and engineering changes.</li> <li>Support component selection, qualification, lifecycle management and supply chain readiness.</li> <li>Drive hardware bring-up, debugging, root-cause analysis and board validation activities.</li> <li>Develop and execute functional, electrical and system-level validation plans.</li> <li>Investigate and resolve hardware, firmware, manufacturing and system integration issues.</li> <li>Support Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), Design for Test (DFT) and broader Design for Excellence (DFX) activities.</li> <li>Work with manufacturing partners, suppliers and technology vendors throughout product development.</li> <li>Support EMC, safety and regulatory compliance activities.</li> <li>Contribute to technical planning, project execution, risk assessment and engineering</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications &#x26; Skills:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related discipline.</li> <li>Experience in board-level hardware development, hardware validation, system integration or a related engineering role.</li> <li>Ability to read and understand schematics, PCB layouts, manufacturing documentation and component datasheets.</li> <li>Good understanding of digital hardware design, PCB development and hardware bring-up methodologies.</li> <li>Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, electronic loads and digital multimeters.</li> <li>Familiarity with embedded systems and firmware-hardware interactions.</li> <li>Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience developing server, networking, accelerator or data center hardware platforms.</li> <li>Knowledge of high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, SPI, I²C/SMBus and UART.</li> <li>Experience with Siemens Xpedition or similar PCB design tools.</li> <li>Understanding of Signal Integrity (SI), Power Integrity (PI) and high-speed PCB design principles.</li> <li>Experience with silicon bring-up, board validation or system integration.</li> <li>Knowledge of EMC/EMI design practices and regulatory compliance.</li> <li>Experience working with PCB manufacturers, assembly partners and component suppliers.</li> <li>Basic scripting or automation skills using Python, Shell or similar languages.</li> <li>Familiarity with product lifecycle management and engineering change processes.</li> <li>Experience in AI, HPC or accelerator hardware environments.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What do we offer?</strong></p> <p>· Join an innovative team and experience company growth.</p> <p>· We believe in investing in our employees and providing them with the opportunities they need to grow and develop their careers.</p> <p>· Enjoy a hybrid work environment.</p> <p>· We also offer flexible schedule.</p> <p>· We offer a remuneration that values your experience.</p> <p>· The position will have preferably the base in Karlsruhe (Germany).</p> <p>We are looking for <strong>outstanding</strong> people willing to join our mission to change this industry and help to build a better world.</p> <p>If you feel <strong>identified</strong> with Openchip, please contact us. 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