Platform Hardware Engineer – Data Center Accelerator Platforms
Openchip And Software Technologies SL
Karlsruhe · Onsite · Full Time
Posted
Job description
The Role: We are looking for a Platform Hardware Engineer to help develop next-generation accelerator platforms based on Openchip silicon for AI, Machine Learning (ML) and High-Performance Computing (HPC) applications. In this multidisciplinary role, you will contribute to the development of complex hardware platforms from concept through production, working across board design, manufacturing, bring-up, validation and system integration. You will collaborate closely with silicon, firmware, software, power, mechanical, thermal and manufacturing teams, as well as external suppliers and technology partners, to deliver reliable, high-performance products. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining hands-on hardware development with cross-functional collaboration to solve challenging technical problems. Key Responsibilities: Support the development of accelerator boards and platform hardware throughout the full product lifecycle, from concept to production. Contribute to hardware architecture, schematic reviews, design integration and technical trade-off analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure successful hardware implementation and system integration. Review schematics, PCB layouts, manufacturing documentation and engineering changes. Support component selection, qualification, lifecycle management and supply chain readiness. Drive hardware bring-up, debugging, root-cause analysis and board validation activities. Develop and execute functional, electrical and system-level validation plans. Investigate and resolve hardware, firmware, manufacturing and system integration issues. Support Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), Design for Test (DFT) and broader Design for Excellence (DFX) activities. Work with manufacturing partners, suppliers and technology vendors throughout product development. Support EMC, safety and regulatory compliance activities. Contribute to technical planning, project execution, risk assessment and engineering Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related discipline. Experience in board-level hardware development, hardware validation, system integration or a related engineering role. Ability to read and understand schematics, PCB layouts, manufacturing documentation and component datasheets. G…