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Hardware Electrical Engineer

Nexthop AI logoNexthop AI
TypeFull-time
LocationSan Francisco, CA
Posted3/25/2025
Engineering

Hardware Design Engineer

At Nexthop AI., we are searching for a driven and innovative Hardware Design Engineer who is excited about shaping the future of datacenter AI infrastructure. If you thrive on tackling complex challenges and have a passion for system design and integrating advanced optical modules, we’d love to have you on our team.

About the Role

As a Hardware Design Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in creating cutting-edge hardware solutions for the networking industry. From concept to production, you’ll design systems that deliver top-notch performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, ensuring our products meet the needs of modern data centers AI applications.

What You’ll Do

  • Design and develop Ethernet switches, CPU subsystems, memory, and networking interfaces.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software, mechanical/thermal engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain.
  • Perform system-level analysis, simulation, and rigorous validation and testing.
  • Contribute to refining and implementing best practices for design processes and standards.

What We’re Looking For

Technical Expertise

  • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Bachelor’s or Master’s).
  • Experience in hardware system design, especially with:
    • Complex circuit board design with highspeed serdes and high power ASICs
    • CPU subsystems (e.g., x86, ARM, PowerPC, BMC).
    • Signal integrity, power integrity, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
    • Power management systems (DC/DC, AC/DC) and thermal management.
    • Digital logic design (VHDL, Verilog).
    • Industry regulations and standards (e.g., UL, CE, FCC).
  • Proven track record of shipping multiple generations of products

Soft Skills

  • Driven and takes ownership of your project
  • Can “do what it takes to succeed” and be a team player simultaneously
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across diverse teams.
  • Analytical thinking with a knack for solving complex problems.

Why Join Us?

At Nexthop AI, we believe in pushing boundaries and turning ideas into reality. You’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about innovation and committed to creating technology that powers the future. Let’s build something extraordinary together!

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and take your career to the next level!

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Nexthop AI

Building the most efficient Al infrastructure for the world's largest cloud operators

Nexthop AI is a cohesive team of seasoned industry experts, who through their collaborative product design as well as system and network engineering capabilities are building innovative networking products and solutions for Hyperscalers and NeoClouds. Nexthop is headquartered in Santa Clara with additional locations in Seattle, Vancouver, Dublin and Bengaluru, India. For more information visit http://nexthop.ai

Private companySeries BMega round
Founded2024
HQSanta Clara, United States
Size201-500 employees
Unlock human wisdom
ThesisTermsPrivacy
Industry
Computer Networking Products
Funding
  • Series B · $500M · Mar 10, 2026
  • Series A · $110M · Mar 25, 2025
Investors
Lightspeed Venture PartnersAndreessen Horowitz
Tech stackpoka, c10, document360, microsoft-forefront, passport, scaleai, strapi, cplusplus, gemini, docker

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