Server Hardware Validation Engineer - Automation

Supermicro; 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 for next-generation server platforms in San Jose. This role involves ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance of server hardware through rigorous testing and analysis.

You will design validation plans, implement automated test frameworks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues. Strong scripting and lab equipment experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in hardware validation, 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).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive 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

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Python

Perl

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Thermal chambers

Job description

Super Micro Computer, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Hardware Validation Engineer to lead validation for next-generation server platforms in San Jose. This role involves ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance of server hardware through rigorous testing and analysis.

You will design validation plans, implement automated test frameworks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues. Strong scripting and lab equipment experience are required.