Lead Hardware Systems Engineer— Server & AI Validation

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Wellness programs

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

CrowdStrike is seeking a Hardware Systems Engineer to join the Hardware Development & Engineering team. You will be part of a rapidly expanding hardware program delivering excellence to internal and external customers, validating new server designs, building testing frameworks, and ensuring reliability, security and performance across our hardware ecosystem.

You will collaborate with platform architects, ODM/OEM partners, and software teams to optimize BIOS, kernel, and firmware configurations,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in server hardware development, testing, or validation at a SaaS, public cloud, CSP, or similar company.
• Hands-on experience with hardware validation methodologies, benchmarking tools, and test automation.
• Working knowledge of modern server architectures and key components (CPU, memory, storage, networking).
• Familiarity with server BMC implementation and management interfaces (Redfish, IPMI).
• Proficiency in Linux server environments and scripting languages (Python, Bash).
• Understanding of industry standards (PCIe, NVMe, DDR).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Execute validation tests for hardware components including server platforms, storage media, and emerging technologies (PCIe Gen6, DC-MHS, GPUs, etc).
• Support validation plans for new server designs, conducting power/thermal testing and performance benchmarking.
• Contribute to automation frameworks for hardware testing, firmware validation, and component qualification.
• Assist in coordination with ODM/OEM partners on server integration projects.
• Document test results, procedures, and technical findings for new platforms.
• Maintain and operate hardware testing infrastructure.
• Collaborate with software teams on platform configuration optimization (BIOS, kernel, firmware).

Skills

Server hardware development

Hardware testing/validation

Validation methodologies

Benchmarking tools

Test automation

Linux

Python

Bash

Redfish

IPMI

PCIe/NVMe/DDR

AI technologies in workflows

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field

Tools

OpenBMC (bonus)

Job description

CrowdStrike is seeking a Hardware Systems Engineer to join the Hardware Development & Engineering team. You will be part of a rapidly expanding hardware program delivering excellence to internal and external customers, validating new server designs, building testing frameworks, and ensuring reliability, security and performance across our hardware ecosystem.

You will collaborate with platform architects, ODM/OEM partners, and software teams to optimize BIOS, kernel, and firmware configurations,