About the role
What MatX Is Building
MatX is on a mission to be the compute platform for AGI. We are developing vertically integrated full-stack solutions from silicon to systems including hardware and software to train and run the largest ML workloads for AGI.
About the Role:
We are looking for a Hardware Systems Engineer to join our Hardware Systems team. In this role, you will take full ownership of defining, designing, and validating compute trays, boards, and interconnects for our rack-scale AI data center platform. You will work across control plane, data plane, and management plane functionality, playing a pivotal role in driving power efficiency, scalability, reliability, and system performance at scale
What You’ll Do Here:
Full ownership of board design, specifications, schematic design, verification and reliability test plan for our AI compute boards
Design and capture schematic and work with layout engineers to release Gerber files
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as thermal, mechanical, SIPI, ASIC, platform software and manufacturing diagnostic software teams.
Bring up boards and debug hardware issues in the lab
Support platform and manufacturing tests
Collaborate with JDM
Who You Are:
At least 10 years of experience in system-level development, preferably within the server, computer, or network industries.
Proficient in DC/DC PoL and multi phase VRM designs and verifications with 48V and 12V bus. Experience with high-power AI server design is desirable.
Experience with BMC and DC-SCM designs
Experience with 100G+ Ethernet and high-speed SerDes interfaces, PCIe Gen5/6, as well as SPI, I2C, UART, USB
Familiar with criteria of critical components selection
Hands-on experience with board design using schematic capture tools and Allegro
Hands on experience on lab equipment such as real time scope, logic analyzer, PCIe exerciser and analyzer.
Demonstrated ability in lab bring-up and design validation
Proven track record of delivering shipped products
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent team player
Familiarity with OCP ORV3 HPR, VHDC, and IEC standards is a plus
This position requires both design work and lab work
Compensation
The US base salary for this full-time position is determined based on a variety of factors including role, experience, location, job-related skills, and relevant education and training. Career length is only a guideline for compensation.
Early Career - $160,000 - $275,000 + equity
Mid Career - $175,000 - $400,000 + equity
Senior Career - $250,000 - $600,000 + equity
What We Offer
Time off:
4 weeks PTO (accrued) + 12 company Holidays + 3 religious observance days
Health:
Medical.
Company-subsidized Medical (Kaiser or Anthem) for employees & dependents
Dental + Vision.
Guardian Dental and Vision insurances for employee & dependents
HSA and FSA
offerings via Lively (HSA includes MatX lump sum contribution)
Concierge Care Advocates via Mishe.
A white-glove service to help you navigate the maze of insurance, find providers, file (and appeal) claims
Travel medical insurance
. Covers both business and personal trips
MatX Family Fund.
$6k fund via Benepass to fill the gaps in traditional insurance. Covers family-building, maternity, menopause, mental health and bodywork.
Financial Wellbeing:
Retirement
. Choose from Roth/ 401K (or both) retirement plans with up to 5% company contribution to 401K (even if you don't contribute).
Wealthfront Workplace Accounts
. Non-401K investment, high-yield savings & brokerage. MatX pays your fees for the 1st $100K
Life, AD&D and Disability.
Company-paid life insurance (up to $300K) and long-term disability insurances.
Daily Meals:
MatX provides $80/day budget for onsite and remote meals, via a plethora of options including Webox, Locale, plus Ramp virtual cards.
Commute on Us:
Commute on our company Uber account, or reimburse your train rides. Either way, we pay 100% for your daily commute.
WFH Support:
Home Setup.
$1500 to make your home office comfortable & productive for you
Cell & Internet Reimbursement.
$60/mo for cellular and $60/mo for wifi
Professional Development:
$1500 Professional Development Budget (per year)
MatX E[x]tras:
$50/mo to use on whatever perk you value most
Mental Wellbeing:
100% paid mental health benefit via SpringHealth and Guardian EAP
Support to Parents:
Up to 20 weeks paid parental leave regardless of path to parenthood, up to 18 weeks pregnancy disability leave, and flexible return-to-work hours
As part of our dedication to the diversity of our team and our focus on creating an inviting and inclusive work experience, MatX is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
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This position requires access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls. This offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant's capacity to perform job functions in compliance with U.S. export control laws without obtaining a license from U.S. export control authorities.
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MatX does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or People team and any resumes submitted are deemed to be the property of MatX.