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How much do pcie engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for pcie engineer in the United States is $95,796.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $116,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a PCIe Engineer?

A PCIe Engineer is a professional who specializes in designing, developing, testing, and troubleshooting hardware and firmware related to PCI Express (PCIe) technology. PCIe is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard used to connect components like GPUs, SSDs, and network cards to a computer's motherboard. PCIe Engineers work on ensuring compatibility, optimizing performance, and resolving issues in systems that use PCIe interfaces, often collaborating with hardware, firmware, and software teams.

What are some common challenges a PCIe Engineer faces when working on high-speed interface designs?

PCIe Engineers frequently encounter challenges related to signal integrity, timing closure, and ensuring interoperability among different hardware components. Troubleshooting issues such as crosstalk, electromagnetic interference, and maintaining compliance with the latest PCI Express specifications requires a keen attention to detail and regular use of specialized tools. Collaboration with cross-functional teams—including hardware designers, firmware developers, and validation engineers—is essential to quickly identify and resolve these issues, ensuring reliable and high-performance system operation.

What is the difference between Pcie Engineer vs Hardware Engineer?

AspectPcie EngineerHardware Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering, knowledge of PCIe standardsBachelor's or higher in Electrical, Computer, or Electronics Engineering
Work EnvironmentDesigning, testing PCIe interfaces, working in R&D or product developmentDesigning and testing various hardware components, including PCIe devices
Industry UsagePrimarily in semiconductor, computer hardware, and electronics industriesBroadly in electronics, computer hardware, telecommunications, and embedded systems

While both roles involve hardware design and testing, a Pcie Engineer specializes in PCIe interface development and standards, whereas a Hardware Engineer has a broader focus on various hardware components. The Pcie Engineer's expertise is more specific to high-speed interface protocols, making it a specialized subset within hardware engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a PCIe Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a PCIe Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical or computer engineering, strong understanding of PCI Express (PCIe) protocols, and experience with high-speed digital design. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, and simulation software, as well as knowledge of relevant standards and certifications like PCI-SIG, are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this role. These qualifications are crucial for ensuring reliable, high-performance PCIe integration and interoperability in complex hardware systems.
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Infographic showing various Pcie Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% Internship, 79% Full Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 86% In-person, 7% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,796 per year, or $46.1 per hour.

Principal Software Engineer, Linux PCIe Device Drivers (AI2370)

SiMa Technologies

San Jose, CA • On-site

$220K - $296K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Description
Job Title: Principal Software Engineer, Linux PCIe Device Drivers
Job Location: San Jose, CA (This position requires a full-time, on-site presence in our San Jose, CA office)
Job ID: AI2370
Description
The SoC software team is responsible for creating the SDK for SiMa.ai's MLSoC product line. This includes developing/porting OS, boot SW, device drivers, run time environment for multiple CPU subsystems that are part of SiMa.ai's MLSoC™, developing embedded Linux based applications and APIs for enabling end2end customer application flow utilizing different IO subsystems that are part of MLSoC.
Responsibilities:
We are looking for a seasoned software engineer who has experience developing OS PCIe device drivers, boot SW and key test applications in a Linux embedded environment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working in a high-performance team and has partnered with cross functional teams across multiple geographies.
Key responsibilities include (but not limited to):
  • Leverage IP SW and integrate into MLSoC™ SW environment.
  • Develop drivers for End Point, Root Complex and PCIe Bifurcation modes for the embedded system.
  • Test and verify Linux PCIe device drivers and environment with Virtualizers and Zebu emulators.
  • Design, Implement and Test Host drivers, libraries and test applications to interface to SiMa.ai's MLSoC™
  • Experience integrating GPUs, NVME drives, and other PCIe devices to a Host Root Complex system.
  • Configure Linux environments for different reference boards.
  • Modify and perform Yocto builds for new functionality.
  • Provide SW to support HW MLSoC test validation team.
  • Own the overall design of the data transfer and data structures used for management and data transfer over PCIe.

Key Requirements:
  • BS/MS in computer science with minimum of 10+ years of experience
  • Hands-on, production deployed experience developing firmware, boot code and SW using high performance 64 bit Arm processors.
  • Hands-on, production deployed experience developing drivers for PCIe End Point and Root Complex embedded systems.
  • Development experience (preferably production deployed) with x86 Linux Host systems to communicate with PCIe EP devices.
  • Hands-on experience bringing up and troubleshooting new PCIe devices.
  • Development experience with Embedded Linux (e.g., Yocto) and embedded RTOS (e.g., QNX) is highly desirable
  • Experience in working with silicon teams is highly desirable.
  • Good proficiency with C/C++
  • Proven track record and experience building and delivering complex SW products.

Personal attributes
Can-do attitude. Strong team player. Curious, creative, and good at solving problems. Execution and results oriented. Self-driven, thinks big and is highly accountable. Good communication skills.
The annual salary for this position ranges from $220,000 - $296,400. The actual annual salary offered will depend on several factors, including - among others - job-related skills, experience, technical expertise, qualifications, work location, and business needs. The annual salary range for this position is subject to change and may be adjusted in the future.
In addition to base salary, this role is also eligible for private company equity, and a comprehensive package of employee benefits. Please note that the salary ranges listed for U.S. roles reflect base salary only and do not include equity or other forms of compensation.
EEO Employer: SiMa is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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