Sr. Hardware Engineer

Capgemini; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer to lead architecture and design for next‑generation networking platforms, including routers and switches with up to 800G interfaces. You will drive preprocessing, validation, and product integration with software, PCB, mechanical, and validation teams.

You will own docking of complex subsystems (SoCs, memory, FPGAs, GPUs, PCIe) and ensure SI/PI compliance, perform thermal analysis, and guide product release through manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in network hardware engineering.
• Experience in hardware architecture and product development for routers and switches.
• Design and analysis of high-speed digital interfaces (DDR, SERDES, PCIe).
• Hands-on PCB stack-up development and signal/power integrity analysis.
• Strong collaboration across software, PCB, mechanical, and validation teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware architecture, requirements analysis, schematic development, and design reviews for routers and high‑performance networking platforms.
• Design and integrate complex subsystems including processors, memory, FPGAs, GPUs, network ASICs, PCIe switches, and power management.
• Define PCB stack-ups and architectures to meet SI, PI, and thermal requirements.
• Perform pre-layout and post-layout SI analyses (SERDES, DDR, eye diagrams, crosstalk).
• Execute PI and thermal analyses, identify hotspots, and evaluate cooling solutions.
• Lead board bring‑up, debugging, validation, and testing across the lifecycle.

Skills

Network hardware engineering

Hardware architecture

Schematic development

Signal integrity analysis

Power integrity analysis

Board bring-up

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

DDR

SERDES

PCIe

FPGAs

GPUs

Job description

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.LocationThis is a role 100% onsite in San Jose, Ca.About the Job You're ConsideringCapgemini Engineering is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer to support the design and development of next-generation networking platforms as a backfill for a critical engineering role. In this position, you will lead hardware architecture, design, validation, and performance optimization activities for advanced routers, network switches, and high-speed networking products, including systems supporting up to 800G interfaces and line cards.You will work closely with software, PCB layout, mechanical, applications, manufacturing, and validation teams to solve complex technical challenges and deliver robust, high-performance products. This role is ideal for an experienced hardware engineer who thrives in high-speed digital system design and enjoys owning hardware development from architecture through product validation.Your RoleLead hardware architecture, requirements analysis, schematic development, component selection, and design reviews for next-generation routers, network switches, and high-performance networking platforms.Design and integrate complex hardware subsystems including processors, SoCs, DDR memory, FPGAs, GPUs, network switching ASICs, PCIe switches, clocking devices, and power management solutions.Define PCB stack-ups and board architectures to meet signal integrity, power delivery, impedance control, mechanical, and high-speed networking requirements.Perform pre-layout and post-layout Signal Integrity (SI) analysis, including SERDES, DDR, clock jitter, eye diagram, crosstalk, and overshoot/undershoot simulationsExecute Power Integrity (PI) and thermal analyses, including voltage drop, current density, plane noise, decoupling optimization, hotspot identification, and cooling solution evaluation.Collaborate with software, PCB layout, mechanical, and applications engineering teams to solve complex design challenges, improve product reliability, and drive successful product execution.Lead board bring-up, debugging, electrical validation, design verification, stress testing, and board-level functional testing while providing technical leadership throughout the product lifecycle from concept through manufacturing release.Your Skills and Experience7+ years of experience in network hardware engineering, including hardware architecture or product development for routers, network switches, telecommunications equipment, or comparable high-speed electronic systems.Hold a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.Experience designing and analyzing high-speed digital interfaces, including DDR, SERDES, PCIe, clocking circuits, and advanced networking interfaces such as 800G.Hands-on experience with PCB stack-up development and pre-layout and post-layout signal-integrity and power-integrity analysis.Understand the selection and integration of processors, systems-on-chip, FPGAs, GPUs, memory, network switches, clocking devices, and power-management components.Experience with schematic development, thermal analysis, board bring-up, electrical validation, design verification, stress testing, and board-level functional testing.Demonstrate strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to resolve complex hardware issues and work effectively across engineering teams.The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is:$73,150 to $174,000.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.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 LeaveMedical, 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 insuranceEmployee assistance programsOther benefits as provided by local policy and eligibilityImportant Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.DisclaimersCapgemini 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. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. 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.Please be aware that 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.Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant in the United States. http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-lawCapgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.