Software Engineer - Hardware Diagnostics

Nexthop Systems Inc
Santa Clara, United States
29 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Computing Platforms Datasheets Distributed Systems Python (Programming Language) Network Protocols Software Engineering Software Organization Information Technology

Job description

  • Design and write platform driver code across kernel and user space to model, stress, and verify hardware performance.
  • Drive architectural decisions for our platform software in a highly collaborative setting.
  • Partner cross-functionally with hardware, software, and mechanical engineering teams to build custom test suites for complex designs.
  • Engage in end-to-end system enablement, progressing from prototype bring-up to large-scale AI datacenter deployments.
  • Help shape our startup culture-take ownership, challenge existing paradigms, and contribute directly to the future of our tech stack., * Direct 1:1 mentorship from industry veterans passionate about accelerating your early-career technical growth.
  • High ownership of high-impact projects tailored to your interests and expertise, with immediate visibility and impact across teams.
  • A supportive, highly collaborative culture that encourages continuous learning, curiosity, and creative problem-solving.

Requirements

Diagnostics Team Details: We are looking for inquisitive software engineers eager to bridge the gap between software platform architecture and physical hardware. Operating as a vital group within our software organization, our team rapidly iterates to validate hardware-from early prototype bring-up to full datacenter deployment-using an industry-leading software framework. Strong problem-solving skills, rapid adaptability, and enthusiasm for collaborative engineering are at the core of what we value., * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field

  • Proficiency in Python, C
  • Solid understanding of systems software, including embedded systems and distributed systems
  • Familiarity with schematics/component datasheets
  • Familiarity with L2 networking protocols is a plus.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team
  • Confidence to both ask questions and take ownership of your projects

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