Hardware Design Engineer
MM06202509
Posted: 20/06/2025
- $215,000-$230,000
- Bay Area, CA
- Permanent
Acceler8 Talent is working with a high-growth startup developing next-generation infrastructure to power AI workloads in modern data centers. Backed by a strong technical founding team, they’re building innovative systems that integrate advanced optical modules and push the limits of hardware performance.
They’re now looking for a Hardware Design Engineer who’s excited to tackle complex system design challenges and help bring cutting-edge products from concept to production.
In this role, you will:
- Design Ethernet switches, CPU subsystems, memory, and networking interfaces
- Develop complex high-speed circuit boards with advanced ASICs and optical modules
- Perform system-level analysis, simulation, validation, and debugging
- Collaborate cross-functionally with software, thermal, mechanical, and supply chain teams
- Contribute to defining and improving design standards and best practices
You should bring:
- A degree in Electrical, Computer, or related Engineering field (BS or MS)
- Strong experience in hardware system design for high-speed, high-power applications
- Hands-on skills in signal/power integrity, thermal management, and compliance (UL, CE, FCC)
- Familiarity with CPU subsystems (x86, ARM, BMC), power systems (DC/DC), and digital logic (VHDL/Verilog)
- A history of successfully shipping complex hardware products
You’ll thrive here if you:
- Take ownership and follow through on your designs end to end
- Are energized by collaboration and solving cross-disciplinary challenges
- Communicate clearly and work well in fast-paced environments
- Combine deep technical skills with curiosity and adaptability

Mia Macdonald
Semiconductor & Chip Design Recruiter