Lead schematic design and collaborate on system requirements for cutting-edge AI hardware at a startup focused on frontier intelligence.
Posted by employer 6 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 13 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 13 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Lead schematic design of the mezzanine card and base board
- Collaborate with ODMs/OEMs on system requirements
- Understand datacenter customer requirements
- Create and manage PCBA documentation
- Define test plans and test equipment
Must have
- 5-10 years of experience in complex server/switch system design
- Extensive experience on 100G Ethernet, PCIe Gen5, I2C, SPI, UART interfaces
- Familiar with modern AI/datacenter system architecture
- Proven track record of designing systems alongside silicon
- Deep understanding of datacenter needs for high power AI servers
Nice to have
- Passionate about modern AIs like ChatGPT
AI in the day-to-day
Passionate about modern AIs like ChatGPT, and willing to learn about them on the job.
Requirements
- Experience
- 5–10 years
Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Electrical Engineer for Hardware Systems at Etched is responsible for leading the schematic design of critical components for the company's accelerator systems, ensuring they meet datacenter requirements. This role requires expertise in complex server design, particularly with high-speed interfaces like 100G Ethernet and PCIe Gen5, as well as a solid understanding of AI and datacenter architecture. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of relevant experience and a background in system design alongside silicon. Etched fosters a collaborative environment where engineering and research intersect, emphasizing hands-on contributions across disciplines.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze September 21, 2026. Last confirmed on Etched's careers page September 21, 2026.
- Salary band is above the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$126,887).
- Starts above 40% of 15 comparable senior other roles in United States that list I2C we track (median $153,000 across 9 companies).
- SPI appears in 1.1% of 2159 comparable senior other roles in United States; UART appears in 0.7% of 2159 comparable senior other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Electrical Engineer, Hardware Systems role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in San Jose, United States.
- What's the salary range?
- Etched lists $150,000–$275,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- 5–10 years of relevant experience for this Electrical Engineer, Hardware Systems role.
- Where is the role based?
- Etched is hiring for this position in San Jose, United States.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: 100G Ethernet, I2C, PCIe Gen5, SPI, UART.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Etched targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Electrical Engineer, Hardware Systems role at Etched.
From the original posting
Key Responsibilities
Lead schematic design of the mezzanine card and base board for Etched’s accelerator systems
Work with Signal Integrity, PCB, and Mechanical Engineering to solve system level design problems
Collaborate with ODMs/OEMs on system requirements, including bringup and validation plans
Understand datacenter customer requirements and ensure our servers meet them
Bring up of system base board and mezzanine card
Create and manage PCBA documentation including BOMs and special assembly processes
Define test plans and test equipment for bring-up and manufacturing
You may be a good fit if you have (Must-have qualifications)
5-10 years of experience in complex server/switch system design and development
Extensive experience on 100G Ethernet, PCIe Gen5, I2C, SPI, UART interfaces
Familiar with modern AI/datacenter system architecture
Proven track record of designing systems alongside silicon
Deep understanding of datacenter needs, especially with respect to high power (>10 kW) AI servers
Passionate about modern AIs like ChatGPT, and willing to learn about them on the job
We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision packages with generous premium coverage
$500 per month credit for waiving medical benefits
Daily lunch and dinner in our office
Unlimited compute budget subject to ROI justification
Compensation Range
$150,000 - $275,000
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