Test Technician

Support Revolution; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider is seeking a hands-on Test Technician to ensure performance and reliability of memory components. The role involves executing validation tests, maintaining lab organization, and supporting engineers in a fast-paced environment, ideal for candidates with technical degrees and lab experience.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a lab or hardware testing environment.
• Familiarity with BIOS/UEFI settings.
• Ability to lift and install components.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and configure server platforms for memory validation.
• Execute memory validation test cases and stress test suites.
• Monitor test status and collect test logs.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Communication

Hardware architecture knowledge

Ability to follow procedures

Education

Associate degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

MemTest86

Prime95

Job description

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Location: San Jose, California, United States

About Supermicro:

Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Job Summary:

Supermicro Computer is seeking a hands-on Test Technician to assist in executing and supporting memory validation activities across various server platforms. This role is critical in ensuring the performance, reliability, and stability of memory components through structured testing procedures. The technician will support system setup, test execution, data collection, and issue escalation, working closely with validation engineers in a fast-paced lab environment

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):

• Prepare and configure server platforms for memory validation, including hardware setup, DIMM installation, BIOS configuration, and OS imaging.
• Execute memory validation test cases and stress test suites according to defined procedures and schedules.
• Monitor test status and system health; Collect, organize, and upload test logs and results on database
• Identify and escalate failures or unexpected behaviors to the engineering team within defined response time.
• Assist in maintaining test environments, including lab organization, cable management, and test bench readiness.
• Operate thermal chambers, power cycling tools, and monitoring equipment under supervision and following safety procedures.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and contribute to documentation updates when changes in process occur.
• Support validation engineers in test re-runs, component swaps, and test case updates as needed.
• Maintain inventory of memory modules, server parts, and test-related components.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent hands-on lab experience.
• 1–2 years of experience in a lab or hardware testing environment (internship or full-time).
• Familiarity with PC/server hardware architecture, especially memory and CPU components.
• Basic understanding of BIOS/UEFI settings and OS installation processes.
• Ability to follow test procedures precisely and document results accurately.
• Good organization, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to lift and install components such as DIMMs, CPUs, heatsinks, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with memory validation tools (e.g., MemTest86, Prime95, or in-house scripts).
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks and log parsing tools.
• Experience working in server environments (rack systems, blade servers, etc.).
• Understanding of ESD precautions and lab safety procedures .

Salary Range

$85,000 - $98,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.