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Nexthop AI

Software Engineer - Hardware Diagnostics - New Grad

Santa Clara, California

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Role family
Engineering
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
8 Sept 2026

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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.

Job Responsibilities:

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 designs.

Engage in end-to-end system enablement, progressing from prototype bring-up to large-scale AI datacenter deployments.

Help shape our startup culture—take ownership, challenge existing paradigms, and contribute directly to the future of our tech stack.

Qualifications:

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

Confidence to both ask questions and take ownership of your projects

What We Offer:

Direct 1:1 mentorship from industry veterans passionate about accelerating your early-career technical growth.

High ownership of high-impact projects tailored to your interests and expertise, with immediate visibility and impact across teams.

A supportive, highly collaborative culture that encourages continuous learning, curiosity, and creative problem-solving.

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