Entry Level Supply Chain Hardware Developer
The Entry Level Supply Chain Hardware Developer at Confidential Client contributes to the development, testing, and support of cutting-edge hardware, firmware, and semiconductor products that power Confidential Client's advanced systems including quantum and AI platforms. This role involves working on various hardware engineering aspects such as logic design, signal integrity, packaging, and system validation, while collaborating with a team of innovators to drive technology forward. The position requires foundational knowledge in computer hardware and programming, strong communication skills, and a passion for technology within a diverse and inclusive environment.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
As an early-career Hardware Developer (Entry Level Supply Chain Hardware Developer) with our confidential client, you will join an engineering team that designs, validates, and supports advanced hardware used in enterprise and research systems. Typical responsibilities include:
- Participate in hardware development across logic (RTL), analog/IO, and physical design.
- Develop and run verification and validation tests for processors, components, and systems.
- Work with electronic design automation (EDA) and circuit simulation tools (e.g., SPICE).
- Support signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal analysis and testing.
- Assist with printed circuit board (PCB) layout, packaging, and materials characterization.
- Contribute to firmware architecture, embedded software testing, and failure analysis.
- Support performance modeling, product quality and specification activities.
- Collaborate with field engineering and customer support teams on product issues.
Qualifications
Required (minimum)
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Packaging Science/Engineering or a closely related major.
- Prior project, internship, or co-op experience working on computer hardware, electronics, or hardware test.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to present technical results clearly.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and strong organizational skills.
- Demonstrated teamwork, curiosity for hardware systems, and a growth mindset.
Preferred
- Experience with hardware description languages (VHDL / Verilog) and RTL design/verification.
- Familiarity with microprocessor/ASIC concepts, FPGAs, or common architectures (RISC-V, ARM, MIPS, x86).
- Programming skills in C/C++, Python, or Java and familiarity with Linux/Git.
- Knowledge of signal integrity, VLSI/physical design coursework, or PCB layout tools.
- Experience with CAD/3D modeling tools, scripting (TCL, Bash, Perl), or SPICE simulation.
Skills & Tools
- Hardware description languages: VHDL, Verilog
- Verification & test: RTL, UVM, SPICE
- Programming & scripting: C/C++, Python, Bash, TCL
- Tools: EDA tools, CAD/3D modeling, Linux, Git
- Analysis: Signal integrity, power integrity, thermal analysis
Compensation & Location
- Estimated compensation (per source): $119,452 per year (estimated)
- Location: Poughkeepsie, NY — on-site / local campus (applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. as required)
- Employment type: Full-time
Note: Compensation shown is an estimate from the source posting; exact pay and benefits will be provided by our client during the hiring process.
Why Join
This is an excellent early-career opportunity to work on cutting-edge microprocessor, storage, and quantum-supporting hardware in a collaborative engineering environment. You’ll gain hands-on experience across multiple hardware domains, work alongside experienced engineers, and contribute to products used at scale.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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