Principal Hardware Design Engineer

Acceler8Talent is proud to partner with a well-funded, VC-backed AI/networking hardware startup in the SF Bay area that’s redefining infrastructure for the world’s largest hyperscalers. Operating under a Joint Development Model (JDM), this company co-develops highly customized networking hardware, software, and optics solutions tailored to the evolving needs of large-scale AI workloads.

With over $610M in funding and rapid expansion underway, they're now looking to hire a Principal Hardware System Design Engineer to help shape the next generation of high-performance systems in data centers.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the design and development of Ethernet switches, CPU subsystems, memory architectures, and networking interfaces.
• Partner with cross-functional teams—including software, mechanical/thermal engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain—to ensure cohesive system integration.
• Conduct in-depth system-level analysis, simulations, and thorough validation and testing to ensure performance and reliability.
• Help evolve and implement best-in-class design practices, methodologies, and standards.

Requirements:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Bachelor’s or Master’s)

• Demonstrated expertise in hardware system design, with hands-on experience in:

• Designing complex PCBs featuring high-speed SerDes and high-power ASICs

• Developing CPU subsystems (e.g., x86, ARM, PowerPC, BMC)

• Ensuring signal integrity, power integrity, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

• Designing power management solutions (DC/DC, AC/DC) and implementing effective thermal strategies

• Creating digital logic using VHDL and Verilog

• Navigating and applying industry standards and certifications (e.g., UL, CE, FCC)