Senior Hardware Validation Engineer - Server Platforms

Support Revolution; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Super Micro Computer, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Hardware Validation Engineer to lead validation efforts for next-generation computer server platforms.

This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability, performance, and compliance of server hardware through rigorous testing and analysis. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of validation methodologies, while designing validation plans for CPUs, memory, storage, networking,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of hardware validation experience, preferably in server or data center environments.
• Strong understanding of computer architecture, server components, and system-level interactions.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Perl, etc.) for test automation.
• Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and thermal chambers.
• Familiarity with industry standards (PCIe, DDR, NVMe, Ethernet, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute validation plans for server hardware including CPU, memory, storage, networking, and power subsystems.
• Design and implement automated test frameworks and tools to streamline validation processes.
• Perform Signal Integrity, stress and interoperability testing.
• Analyze test results, identify root causes of failures, and collaborate with design and firmware teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
• Document validation procedures, test cases, and results for internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of validation methodologies.

Skills

Test automation scripting

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Thermal chambers

Job description

Super Micro Computer, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Hardware Validation Engineer to lead validation efforts for next-generation computer server platforms.

This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability, performance, and compliance of server hardware through rigorous testing and analysis. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of validation methodologies, while designing validation plans for CPUs, memory, storage, networking,