Entry Level High Performance Computing Engineer Jobs in California

We are seeking a highly motivated System Engineer to join our Engineering team. This role will focus on the design, deployment, validation, and troubleshooting of high-performance computing systems and server platforms. The ideal candidate has strong experience working with Linux environments, GPU-based computing systems, and enterprise server hardware, along with a passion for solving complex technical challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy server and HPC systems, including GPU- and AI-based computing platforms.
• Install, configure, and maintain Linux-based operating systems and related system software.
• Perform system bring-up, validation, and performance testing for new hardware platforms.
• Troubleshoot hardware, firmware, and operating system issues across server and cluster environments.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to define system specifications and evaluate the interface between hardware and software to ensure operational and performance requirements are met.
• Analyze technical data to recommend and plan system layouts; provide technical support for sales activities, including configuration development.
• Review and approve quotations and assist in the timely resolution of technical issues.
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and support teams to resolve system integration challenges.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, installation procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Support customer deployments, system integrations, and proof-of-concept testing as needed.
• Monitor system performance and recommend improvements to enhance stability, efficiency, and scalability.
• Assist in evaluating new technologies, components, and system architectures to improve AMAX solutions.
• Review customer system orders to verify and confirm configurations and system requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Fresh grad or 1 year of experience working with server hardware, HPC systems, or data center infrastructure.
• Strong experience with Linux operating systems (Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL, etc.).
• Experience working with GPU platforms (NVIDIA preferred) and accelerator-based computing systems.
• Familiarity with server components such as CPUs, memory, storage, networking, and PCIe devices.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware and system-level issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of cluster environments, networking, and distributed computing is a plus.
• Scripting experience (Bash, Python, or similar) is a plus.
• Experience with AI/ML infrastructure or GPU clusters.
• Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Experience with system validation, burn-in testing, or failure analysis.
• Exposure to high-speed networking technologies (InfiniBand, RDMA).

The annual salary range for this position is between $80,000 and $95,000. This may be subject to change based on the candidate's education, experience and skill set.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• 401k match
• Commuter benefits
• Life and Accidental Insurance
• Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance

We also have a perfect location for all types of commuters: AMAX is located right between I-680 and I-880. Warm Springs/South Fremont BART station and bus stops are within a 10-minute walking distance. 5 grocery stores, 6+ coffee/tea places, and numerous restaurants within 1 mile. Feel free to try the delicious fusions or grab your daily groceries after work!

Established in 1979, AMAX is a globally recognized leader in GPU-accelerated IT infrastructure, specializing in transforming standard IT systems into advanced, high-performance computing solutions. Catering to industries such as AI, cloud computing, autonomous vehicles, and high-performance computing, AMAX has set benchmarks in innovation, including pioneering liquid-cooled HPC systems for the semiconductor industry. With a global footprint spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, AMAX offers end-to-end services from design and manufacturing to deployment. Committed to addressing the growing demands of AI, AMAX delivers advanced solutions that help organizations achieve their technology goal and drive progress on a global scale. To learn more about AMAX's advanced AI solutions, visit amax.com.

Become part of a diverse and inclusive team that values your technical expertise and innovative thinking. Together, we'll push the boundaries of what's possible in the hardware industry.

AMAX is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, race, gender, or other legally protected characteristics.