Senior Hardware Systems Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Hardware Systems Engineer to join a cutting‑edge technology organization within the advanced computing and networking industry onsite near San Jose, CA Monday through Friday. The ideal Senior Hardware Systems Engineer is a highly experienced engineer who enjoys owning complex hardware designs from concept through full product release in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.

Responsibilities of the Senior Hardware Systems Engineer:

• Own system‑level hardware definition, design, qualification, and release for high‑performance computing and networking platforms
• Design and integrate optical interfaces including SFP+ and QSFP+ modules
• Develop and review high‑speed interfaces such as Ethernet, SerDes, and PCIe with a strong focus on signal and power integrity
• Collaborate closely with architecture, semiconductor, software, manufacturing, and external partner teams
• Support FPGA design considerations, power systems, clocking strategies, and mechanical/thermal constraints
• Lead hardware design reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and development processes
• Drive products through validation, qualification, and successful shipment to customers
• Participate in phone interviews and technical discussions as part of cross‑functional project execution

Qualifications of the Senior Hardware Systems Engineer:

• 10+ years of system‑level hardware development experience (server, computer, or networking systems preferred)
• Extensive experience with optical interfaces such as SFP+ and QSFP+
• Strong knowledge of high‑speed technologies including Ethernet, SerDes, and PCIe
• Deep understanding of signal integrity, power integrity, and board‑level design challenges
• Hands‑on experience with common control interfaces: MDIO, SPI, I2C, and JTAG
• Solid understanding of FPGA design, power architecture, clocking, and mechanical/thermal considerations
• Proven track record of delivering fully released and shipped hardware products
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering required (Master's preferred)
• Ability to work onsite in Saratoga, CA five days per week

Compensation for the Senior Hardware Systems Engineer includes:

• Base salary range: $200,000 - $260,000 depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off

This job opens for applications on 05/21/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: Senior Hardware Engineer, Hardware Systems Engineer, Principal Hardware Engineer, System-Level Hardware Design, High-Speed Hardware, Ethernet, PCIe, SerDes, Signal Integrity, Power Integrity, Optical Interfaces, SFP+, QSFP+, FPGA Design, Hardware Architecture, Board Design, Server Hardware, Networking Hardware, Control Interfaces, MDIO, SPI, I2C, JTAG, Product Release

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