Staff Hardware Design Engineer
Date: Sep 15, 2026
Location: San Jose, California, United States
Company: Super Micro Computer
Job Req ID: 30253
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:
As a global leader in networking solution innovation, Super Micro Computer's mission is to develop and provide the market with end-to end computing solution and high-performance networking products. We have an immediate need for a Staff Hardware Design Engineer to join our talented and bright design team. The candidate will play a key role in the development process of in-house server motherboards, by working collaboratively with cross-functional engineering team as well as outside partners to ensure the robust design of the boards. The candidate must be self-motivated and possess a strong will to do great things, with a result-driven mindset to develop the most competitive and endurance board products.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
As a Staff Hardware Design Engineer who is responsible for completing assigned projects from development through to end of life, including creating schematics, check layout, component survey, specifications and datasheet study, motherboard and system bring up, bug fix, customer issues analyze, even support colleague's projects.
Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):
- Designing high speed PCB circuit of Intel/ARM/AMD servers.
- Designing high speed PCB circuit of high-bandwidth network switching products and PCIe interfaces.
- Performing all the circuit design by using OrCAD tool.
- Knowing the layout tool Allegro and being able to utilize the tool.
- Be able to join the project spec discussions with PM/ ME/ Thermal and BIOS teams.
- Need to debug the circuit with digital scope.
- Need to co-work with validation/ BIOS/ firmware/ software team to solve the issues
- Co-work with validation engineers to solve the issues
- Ensure product conforms to engineering specifications, and regulatory and customer performance expectations.
- Transfer products to manufacturing with clear documentation and help C.M. and technical support to solve problems.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is preferred. Master's degree is strongly desirable
• Minimum 10~12 years of experience working with x86 server mother boards is a necessity
• In-depth knowledge of circuit design (digital, analog, power) and PCB layout
• Prior experiences with motherboard design in enterprise networking servers are strongly desired
• Strong communication, written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Must have the ability to cowork closely with cross functional teams effectively
• Excellent organizational skills and problem-solving capability
• Self-motivated, team player with ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Please note that this position requires regular in-office attendance. The successful candidate is expected to be present in the office during standard working hours as determined by the company. In-office collaboration and participation in team meetings, training sessions, and other on-site activities are essential aspects of this role. Candidates should consider the commuting distance and be prepared to fulfill their responsibilities in the designated office location.
Salary Range
$175,000 - $210,000
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.
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