Hardware Validation Engineer — Automation & Data Center

MatchPoint; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in California seeks a mid-senior level candidate for hardware validation and testing. Responsibilities include executing test plans, using lab equipment, debugging failures, and writing Python scripts for automation. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience in hardware validation and strong problem-solving skills. A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is preferred. This is a contract position in the Information Technology and Quality Assurance job function.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in hardware validation, testing, or a related role.
• Hands‑on experience with test execution for chips, GPUs, or data center equipment.
• Proficiency in Python scripting for test automation and data analysis.
• Basic experience with software validation (firmware, drivers, or system compatibility testing).
• Familiarity with lab equipment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute test plans for chips, GPUs, and hardware.
• Use lab equipment to collect and analyze data.
• Assist in debugging failures with validation engineers.
• Document test results and report anomalies.
• Write and execute Python scripts for automation.
• Analyze test data and generate reports.

Skills

Hardware validation

Testing

Python scripting

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

PCIe analyzers

Power meters

Job description

A leading technology firm in California seeks a mid-senior level candidate for hardware validation and testing. Responsibilities include executing test plans, using lab equipment, debugging failures, and writing Python scripts for automation. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience in hardware validation and strong problem-solving skills. A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is preferred. This is a contract position in the Information Technology and Quality Assurance job function.