Hardware Validation Engineers

Programmers.io; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Programmers in Dallas is seeking an experienced hardware engineer to lead board bring‑up, debugging and validation of high‑speed digital communication products. You will work closely with hardware, FPGA and system engineers to identify root causes and validate fixes, ensuring products meet performance targets.

The role emphasizes hands‑on debugging with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and digital tools, plus ownership of the full board design process from concept to production release.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Practical expertise using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and digital debug tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem‑solving skills and ability to communicate findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Debug ultra high‑speed PCB designs through simulation and verification testing.
• Use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and digital debug tools to analyze and resolve complex challenges.
• Collaborate with hardware, FPGA and system engineers to identify root causes and validate solutions.
• Perform board bring‑up, hardware debugging and validation testing of complex digital communication products.
• Analyze and debug high‑speed digital communications products using advanced tools and techniques.
• Manage the entire board design process from concept to production release.
• Collaborate with a motivated team and take responsibility for driving designs and PCB projects.
• Possess working knowledge of board bring‑up, debug and testing in a hardware lab environment.
• Ensure effective communication with cross‑functional teams.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent worker

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Digital debug tools

Schematic review

VHDL/FPGA development environments

Job description

In this hands‑on role, you will perform board bring‑up, hardware debugging, failure analysis, and validation testing of complex high-speed digital communication products. You will work closely with hardware, FPGA, and system engineers to identify root causes of issues, validate solutions, and ensure products meet quality and performance targets.

Your responsibilities

• Debug ultra high-speed PCB circuit designs through simulation and verification testing.
• Utilize oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and digital debug tools to analyze and resolve complex high-speed digital communication challenges.
• Work closely with hardware, FPGA, and system engineers to identify and resolve issues, ensuring products meet performance targets.
• Perform board bring‑up, hardware debugging, and validation testing of complex digital communication products.
• Analyze and debug high-speed digital communications products using advanced tools and techniques.
• Manage the entire board design process, from concept to production release.
• Collaborate with a highly motivated team of engineering professionals, taking personal responsibility for driving your designs and PCB projects.
• Possess working knowledge of board bring‑up, debug, and testing in a hardware lab environment.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination with cross‑functional teams.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Practical expertise in using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and digital debug tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to communicate findings clearly to engineering teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in board bring‑up and hardware validation is an asset.
• Knowledge of high-speed digital systems, DDR memory debug, and Ethernet/networking hardware is advantageous.
• Familiarity with FPGA-based platforms, signal troubleshooting, and PCB integrity failure analysis is preferred.
• Experience in schematic review, fault isolation, and VHDL or FPGA development environments is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex projects.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.