Senior Hardware Architect

Capgemini Engineering; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 82,882 - 193,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering in the United States is seeking a Senior Architect to lead the architecture and development of digital and mixed-signal hardware platforms for networking and security products. You will define technical strategy and guide cross‑functional teams through the product lifecycle.

You will mentor engineers, review board bring-up, and drive high‑speed interfaces like PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, USB, and SerDes, while ensuring signal and power integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 12+ years in system architecture or hardware design.
• Experience with networking products and high-speed board design.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design, and development of digital and mixed-signal hardware for networking and security products.
• Define strategy, guide schematic capture, component selection, and interface design.
• Mentor teams and drive innovation across product development programs.

Skills

System architecture

Hardware design

Hardware/software integration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Cadence Allegro

OrCAD

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of networking and security technologies? We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Architect to lead the design and development of innovative hardware platforms that power enterprise-scale networking and security solutions. In this role, you will drive technical strategies, architect complex hardware and system solutions, and collaborate with global cross‑functional teams to bring products from concept through production.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in system architecture, hardware/software integration, and large‑scale enterprise platforms, with a proven ability to lead technical execution, mentor engineering teams, and drive innovation across complex product development programs. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on technical leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, and is motivated by delivering high‑impact products that influence the future of connected technologies.

Your role

Lead the architecture, design, and development of digital and mixed‑signal hardware platforms for networking and security products. Define technical strategy and provide architectural guidance throughout the product development lifecycle. Review and guide schematic capture, component selection, and interface design activities. Support board bring‑up, debugging, validation, and system integration efforts. Drive development of high‑speed interface architectures including PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, USB, and SerDes. Review signal integrity, power integrity, and reliability considerations. Partner with firmware, software, manufacturing, and quality teams. Develop hardware validation and qualification plans. Investigate field issues and lead root‑cause analysis. Mentor engineering teams and drive innovation.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 12+ years of experience in system architecture, hardware design, or product development.
• Deep expertise in system architecture, hardware/software integration, and large‑scale enterprise platforms, with demonstrated success leading technical strategy, solution design, execution, engineering mentorship, and innovation initiatives.
• Experience with networking products such as switches, routers, firewalls, or security appliance.
• Deep understanding of Ethernet protocols and hardware acceleration technologies.
• Experience with high‑speed board design, mixed‑signal systems, power circuitry, networking hardware architectures, and embedded systems.
• Experience with Cadence Allegro, OrCAD, or similar tools. Knowledge of EMI/EMC, safety, and reliability testing.

Compensation

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $82,082 - $193,440. Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law. The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction. These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity. It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Benefits

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non‑negotiable benefits package to all regular, full‑time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include: Paid time off based on employee grade (A‑F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12‑25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave; Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada); Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada); Life and disability insurance; Employee assistance programs; Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact. Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.