Diagnostics Engineer at Nexthop AI in California

Job Description: Platform/Diagnostics Engineer
Company Description: As an AI infrastructure startup, we are developing innovative
systems to enable large-scale AI deployments. Our team comprises industry veterans who are passionate about building the sophisticated systems that support the next generation of computing in a fast-paced startup environment.

Job Responsibilities:
Write platform driver code both in kernel and user space. Write diagnostics code to test and verify hardware is working as designed.
Participate in and lead design reviews with peers to decide on the best solutions for platform/diagnostic architecture.
Collaborate with hardware engineers to come up with custom tests to stress hardware design.
Participate in all parts of system enablement ranging from system bring up to be ready to be deployed in AI datacenters.
Support diagnostic tests for the systems in Manufacturing/EMI/Safety/MDVT/Packaging.
Be a part of shaping a startup - define company culture, challenge and change the ways things are done, and contribute to determining the future of the company

Qualifications: Strong problem-solving skills, quick learning and excitement for a collaborative startup environment are the most important things we're looking for. When you arrive, we make sure to give you projects that you are both excited for and that align with your experience and expertise. The list below are some of the qualifications that will help but aren’t essential to thriving here.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
Proficiency in the following languages: Python, C
Solid understanding of systems software, including embedded systems and distributed systems
Ability to read schematics/component datasheets
Familiarity with container technologies (e.g., Docker) and L2 networking protocols is a plus.
Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team
Confidence to both ask questions and take ownership of your project(s)