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# Principal Hardware Development Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Zt Group Int'l, Inc.
- **Location:** Secaucus, NJ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $148,125.0 - $246,875.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Hardware Design, Performance Tuning, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, System Software, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=db0091229b8477e7

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineer or Computer Science and 12 + years of server design experience (alternatively a MS and 10+ years)

 * Strong understanding of x-86 system architecture

 * Robust technical knowledge and expertise in Platform execution

 * Understanding of System-level server platforms and how each component interacts with the system

 * Board level development skills

 * Good understanding of hardware and system software interactions, and ability to apply this knowledge to resolve technical issues

 * Proactively oriented to seize opportunities and identify potential problems
Ability to use time, energy, and resources in an effective manner to achieve set goals

 * Ability to identify the elements of a situation/ability to visualize, articulate, and solve problems

 * Collaborative, flexible, and adaptable

## Description

* Determine system specifications, I/O processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility.

 * Coordinate the design of subsystems and the integration of the total system.

 * Develop overall server and system product configuration.

 * Work as part of a cross-functional team to take a product from concept through prototype and into production.

 * Optimize system performance and resolve performance problems.

 * Ensure the manufacturability, reliability, and serviceability of designs.


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