Lead Hardware Development Engineer

Join our innovative team as a Lead Hardware Development Engineer! In this exciting position, you will play a crucial role in the creation of next-generation Oracle server platforms, conducting essential electrical testing for Oracle's Cloud and Exadata product lines. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who excel in a hands-on engineering environment and wish to make an impact.

Your main responsibility will be to debug complex system and board-related issues, performing root cause analyses and implementing effective corrective actions. You will be a key driver in enhancing our projects through continuous improvement initiatives.

Based in Burlington, Massachusetts, this position requires an onsite presence due to the hands-on nature of the work. We offer relocation assistance for eligible candidates, and remote options may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

Conduct hands-on testing and debugging of complex system and board-level issues, leading comprehensive root cause analyses and corrective actions.

Measure and analyze electrical signaling, provide circuit enhancement recommendations, and run simulations for signal and power integrity.

Execute full system validation and component qualification test plans, while spearheading troubleshooting efforts for intricate challenges.

Prepare and present detailed reports for engineering leadership, ensuring clear insights and actionable recommendations.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering skill development and professional growth.

Collaborate with design engineers on PCB layout, routing, and stack-up feedback, integrating emerging high-speed interface technologies.

Develop comprehensive validation testing strategies, plans, and procedures to guarantee design robustness.

Job Requirements Include

Expertise in measuring electrical signal quality, including jitter, noise, and timing analysis.

Proficiency with advanced lab test equipment, such as high-speed oscilloscopes, differential probes, and logic analyzers.

A deep understanding of signal integrity concepts and frequency domain analysis.

Strong analytical skills, diagnostic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Proven experience in a technical leadership capacity, mentoring junior engineers.

Experience in designing or testing computer or embedded system architectures, particularly with Intel, AMD, and Ampere architectures.

Familiarity with Nvidia and AMD GPU architectures is highly desirable.

Knowledge of Ethernet compliance standards and testing methodologies.

Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems.

Ability to write scripts in Python or similar programming languages.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education:

BSEE/ BSCS required; MS preferred.

Qualifications

Minimum of 11 years of relevant experience in hardware engineering or a related field.

If you hold a BSEE (or related field), you should have a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; candidates with an MSEE (or related field) should have at least 5 years of experience. A Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (or related field) is preferred, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Disclaimer:

Some customer-facing roles may need to comply with health mandates, including immunization.

Salary and Benefits Information:

In the US, our hiring range is from $97,500 to $199,500 per annum, with potential eligibility for bonuses and equity. Oracle values diversity and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

Life insurance and AD&D.

Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match.

Generous paid time off, including 13 days of vacation during the first three years.

11 paid holidays and 72 hours of paid sick leave upon hire.

Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Voluntary benefits, financial planning, and legal assistance.

If you are passionate about hardware engineering and eager to contribute to a leading cloud solutions company, we encourage you to apply!

Oracle is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workforce and promoting opportunities for everyone. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.