Hardware Systems Engineer I at Crusoe in San Francisco, CA

Summary: Crusoe is on a mission to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence, building the future of AI infrastructure. The Hardware Systems Engineer I role is designed for high-potential graduates to master hardware systems, focusing on troubleshooting and validating new server platforms while collaborating across engineering domains. Responsibilities: - Hardware Bring-up: Be there for the "first breath" of new server platforms, helping test and validate that the hardware performs as designed - Deep-Dive Troubleshooting: Learn how to use professional diagnostic tools to solve complex issues with: High-Speed Links (PCIe): Ensuring GPUs and CPUs talk to each other at max speed. Data Fabrics (InfiniBand): Helping manage the "web" that connects thousands of chips. Storage (NVMe): Analyzing why drives fail or slow down under heavy AI workloads - Automation & Scripting: Use Python or Shell to build tools that automate repetitive testing, so we can find hardware flaws faster - Collaborative Engineering: Work across different worlds—mechanical (cooling), firmware (code that talks to chips), and software—to solve "big picture" problems - Sustainability: Help Crusoe use "wasted" energy to power these systems, making high-performance computing better for the planet Required Qualifications: - Completing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Graduating Dec '25 – May '26) - A strong understanding of computer architecture (how CPUs, memory, and I/O work together) - Experience using basic hardware tools (like oscilloscopes or multimeters) and a comfort level working with physical hardware - Comfortable writing scripts (Python is our favorite) to solve problems - A 'tinkerer' mindset. Maybe you've built your own PC, worked on a robotics club project, or experimented with Raspberry Pis/Arduinos - The ability to explain a technical problem clearly to someone else Preferred Qualifications: - Internship experience at a technology or hardware company - Familiarity with Linux environments (the command line is your friend) - Projects involving GPUs, high-speed networking, or server hardware - An interest in renewable energy or sustainable technology Required Skills: Hardware Bring-up, High-Speed Links (PCIe), Data Fabrics (InfiniBand), Storage (NVMe) Important Skills: Automation & Scripting, Computer Architecture, Lab Skills Nice-to-Have Skills: Python, Curiosity, Linux Familiarity Benefits: Competitive compensation, Restricted Stock Units, Paid time off & paid holidays, Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance, Employer contributions to HSA account, Paid parental leave, Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, Professional development & tuition reimbursement, Mental health & wellness support, Commuter benefits (parking & transit), Cell phone stipend, 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary, Volunteer time off