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Software Engineer - Hardware Diagnostics - New Grad

Nexthop AI · Santa Clara, California · On-site

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About Nexthop AI

Backed by a16z, Kleiner Perkins and Lightspeed.

About the role

Company Description: As a cutting-edge AI infrastructure startup, we are building high-performance systems that power next-generation, large-scale AI deployments. Our team brings together industry veterans and passionate innovators who thrive in a fast-paced environment, tackling complex technical challenges at the boundary of hardware and software.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Proficiency in Python, C
  • Solid understanding of systems software, including embedded systems and distributed systems
  • Familiarity with schematics/component datasheets
  • Familiarity with L2 networking protocols is a plus
  • Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team
More about this role

Company Description: As a cutting-edge AI infrastructure startup, we are building high-performance systems that power next-generation, large-scale AI deployments. Our team brings together industry veterans and passionate innovators who thrive in a fast-paced environment, tackling complex technical challenges at the boundary of hardware and software.

Diagnostics Team Details : We are looking for inquisitive software engineers eager to bridge the gap between software platform architecture and physical hardware. Operating as a vital group within our software organization, our team rapidly iterates to validate hardware—from early prototype bring-up to full datacenter deployment—using an industry-leading software framework. Strong problem-solving skills, rapid adaptability, and enthusiasm for collaborative engineering are at the core of what we value.

  • Design and write platform driver code across kernel and user space to model, stress, and verify hardware performance.
  • Drive architectural decisions for our platform software in a highly collaborative setting.
  • Partner cross-functionally with hardware, software, and mechanical engineering teams to build custom test suites for complex...

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