Lead Hardware Engineer

Edison Smart®; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Hardware Engineer, where you'll lead a talented team in designing cutting-edge network hardware solutions. This role involves spearheading the architecture and verification of high-performance digital circuits for SmartNICs and DPUs, optimizing data center performance. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and mentor junior engineers. With a focus on innovation and excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the evolution of technology in the hardware acceleration space. If you have a passion for digital design and leadership, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in digital hardware design, especially in networking.
• Expertise in RTL design and high-speed digital systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and verification of high-performance digital circuits.
• Collaborate with teams to define system-level requirements.

Skills

Digital Hardware Design

RTL Design

Verilog/SystemVerilog

Networking Protocols

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SmartNIC

DPU

Job description

Lead Hardware Engineer
Location: San Jose, CA - On-site
Salary: 200,000-250,000 USD base + Stock Options

Edison Smart is partnered with a growing hardware acceleration solutions provider, particularly SmartNICs (Smart Network Interface Cards) and DPUs (Data Processing Units) designed to optimize data center performance.

As a Lead Hardware Engineer, you will lead a small team whilst spearheading network hardware design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, design, and verification of high-performance digital circuits for SmartNIC and DPU solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, firmware, software) to define system-level requirements.
• Mentor and manage a small team.
• Occasional pre and post-sales technical support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in digital hardware design, preferably in networking or data center products.
• Familiarity with SmartNIC or DPU architectures.
• Expertise in RTL design using Verilog/SystemVerilog for high-speed digital systems.
• Solid understanding of Ethernet, PCIe, DDR, and other high-speed interface protocols.

About Edison Smart

Edison Smart is a global provider of specialized recruitment solutions, supporting the technology industry's most innovative companies. Headquartered in the UK, we connect talent with opportunity, driving the 'Industry 4.0' revolution. With over 30 years of experience, Edison Smart partners with forward-thinking organizations to help achieve their strategic growth goals while fostering groundbreaking technological advancements.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design and Engineering

Industries

Computer Hardware Manufacturing, Computer Networking Products, and Semiconductor Manufacturing