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SpaceXAI

Lead, Hardware Deployment Engineer

Memphis, TN · On-site +1

$120K - $158K/yr

As the Hardware Deployment Engineer Lead, you will own the end-to-end bring-up of GPU compute hardware across the world's largest AI training clusters. You will build and lead a dedicated in-house ...

Slip Robotics

Robotics Hardware Integration Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$118K - $156K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

The Role We are looking for a Robotics Hardware Integration Engineer to own the interface between software and hardware on our robot platforms. This means sensor drivers, motor controllers, embedded ...

Nokia

Test Automation Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site +1

$54 - $71.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Test Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in our team's success. Your primary ... Familiarity with cloud-based platforms and remote hardware management. * Excellent problem-solving ...

Trimble

Hardware Development Engineer

$126K - $166K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Trimble is looking for a Hardware Development Engineer with an Electrical or Electronic Engineering background to join our Sunnyvale, California team! This position requires an active U.S.

MatX

Hardware Systems Electrical Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$175K - $450K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are looking for a Hardware Systems Engineer to join our Hardware Systems team. In this role, you ... Remote Perks We work remotely Monday & Friday, supported by home-tech setup, and remote wifi ...

GrammaTech, Inc.

Senior Hardware Reverse Engineer

Herndon, VA · Remote

$150K - $215K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborating closely with top-tier hardware engineers and security researchers, you'll help tackle some of the toughest challenges in the field. Our growing roster of government customers depends on ...

GrammaTech, Inc.

Senior Hardware Reverse Engineer

Herndon, VA · Remote

$150K - $215K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborating closely with top-tier hardware engineers and security researchers, you'll help tackle some of the toughest challenges in the field. Our growing roster of government customers depends on ...

Agility Robotics

Senior Hardware Test Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site +1

$170K - $221K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About the Role We are seeking a Senior Hardware Test Engineer with 5+ years of experience to join our team in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this hybrid role, you will serve as a key technical leader ...

Agility Robotics

Senior Hardware Test Engineer - Torso

Fremont, CA · On-site +1

$175K - $220K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking a Senior Hardware Test Engineer with 5+ years of experience to join our team in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this hybrid role, you will serve as a key technical leader for design ...

Runware

Hardware - General Manager

  • PTO

Engineering teams who work with Runware save up to 80% on inference, improve response times, and ... Benefits We're a remote-first collective, meeting in person twice a year to plan, brainstorm ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote hardware engineer in the United States is $146,230.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,500.00 and $163,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote hardware engineer?

A Remote Hardware Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing hardware components such as circuit boards, processors, and embedded systems while working remotely. They collaborate with electrical and software engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software. Using tools like CAD software and simulation programs, they prototype and refine designs. Remote Hardware Engineers communicate through virtual meetings and project management tools to stay aligned with team objectives. Their role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while maintaining coordination with the team.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a remote hardware engineer?

To thrive as a Remote Hardware Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, circuit design, and troubleshooting, often supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD tools (such as Altium Designer or OrCAD), simulation software, and industry certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) credentials are highly valued. Strong communication, self-motivation, and the ability to collaborate virtually with global teams are essential soft skills. These capabilities are critical for effectively developing, testing, and refining hardware solutions while maintaining productivity in a remote setting.

What challenges do remote hardware engineers commonly face when working outside a traditional lab environment?

Remote Hardware Engineers often encounter challenges such as limited access to physical equipment and testing facilities, which can slow prototyping and troubleshooting processes. To overcome this, companies may provide advanced simulation tools, remote desktop access to lab resources, or occasionally require periodic on-site visits for critical testing phases. Adaptability and creative problem-solving are crucial when addressing real-time hardware issues remotely. Additionally, clear communication with team members and other departments ensures that project milestones are met and technical hurdles are efficiently resolved.

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Lead, Hardware Deployment Engineer

SpaceXAI

Memphis, TN • On-site, Remote

$120K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 147 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SpaceXAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
As the Hardware Deployment Engineer Lead, you will own the end-to-end bring-up of GPU compute hardware across the world's largest AI training clusters. You will build and lead a dedicated in-house hardware deployment team responsible for L11 integration, hardware bring-up, and post-L11 repair of GB300-class systems across multiple data halls concurrently. Your team's throughput directly determines how fast xAI can compute online - this is one of the most critical path activities in the company. You will set the deployment playbook, hold hardware vendors accountable to SLAs, and institutionalize processes so that cluster deployment is limited only by hardware supply and power, never by deployment velocity. The position is based in Memphis, TN.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead, hire, and develop a dedicated hardware deployment team (deployment engineers, deployment technicians, and repair technicians) with full ownership of team structure and staffing.
  • Own L11 rack integration and compute hardware bring-up across multiple data halls concurrently, from delivery dock to healthy production handoff.
  • Drive aggressive bring-up timelines: achieve 95%+ node availability within days of rack delivery and 100% closure within one week per data hall.
  • Own post-L11 hardware health: run systematic health pushes to sustain greater than 98% node availability prior to turnover to operations.
  • Internalize non-RMA hardware repairs to maximize hardware recovery, minimize repair backlogs, and reduce dependence on OEM turnaround times.
  • Develop and enforce vendor SLAs for OEM and supplier responsibilities; prevent accumulation of unrepaired hardware ("bone piles") and repair backlogs before turnover to operations.
  • Perform root cause analysis of hardware failures discovered during L11 and drive corrective actions with vendors and internal engineering teams.
  • Partner with site operations on hardware debugging and repair, and train site operations teams to support future data center deployments.
  • Build, document, and continuously improve deployment processes, tooling, and training so bring-up capability scales across sites and future hardware generations.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience deploying, integrating, or repairing compute/server hardware at data center scale.
  • Direct experience with L11 (rack-level) integration and bring-up of GPU or accelerator-based systems.
  • Demonstrated experience leading technician or engineering teams in a fast-paced deployment, manufacturing, or data center environment.
  • Deep troubleshooting skills across servers, GPUs, NVLink/fabric interconnects, high-speed networking, and liquid cooling systems.
  • Willingness to work on-site in Memphis, TN, including extended hours and weekends during critical bring-up phases.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Experience with NVIDIA GB200/GB300 NVL72 or similar rack-scale liquid-cooled GPU systems.
  • Experience standing up a new team or function, including hiring, training, and process development from scratch.
  • Experience managing OEM/ODM vendor relationships (e.g., Dell, Supermicro), including SLA definition and enforcement.
  • Experience with hardware failure analysis, RMA processes, and component-level repair strategies at fleet scale.
  • Experience with data center automation, burn-in/validation tooling, and hardware health telemetry.
  • Track record of driving step-change improvements in deployment velocity or cost (e.g., insourcing work previously performed by OEMs).

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