Hardware Applications Engineer - New College Grad 2026

Nvidia

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Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$100,000–$166,750 / yr
Posted
47 days ago
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Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing

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TL;DR · Hardware Applications Engineer - New College Grad 2026

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NVIDIA is seeking an experienced Hardware Applications Engineer for its enterprise datacenter solutions team to support the company’s leading-edge GPU products. This senior-level role involves collaborating closely with customers and internal teams to resolve complex hardware, firmware, and software issues in workstation and server applications. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting system design reviews, troubleshooting integration problems, and creating technical documentation such as configuration guides and application notes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical or computer engineering, experience with x86 and ARM server architectures, and proficiency in using lab tools like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. Additionally, the role requires excellent communication skills to effectively engage with customers across various technical levels and environments, including Linux and Windows operating systems.

Skills

Linux Windows x86 ARM BMC PCIe GPU High Performance Computing AI Oscilloscopes Logic Analyzers Multi-meters Linux Environments Enterprise System Architecture CPU Architecture Technical Documentation Product Specifications Hardware Design Guides Application Notes

What you'll do

  • Perform system design reviews for data center applications to ensure compliance with NVIDIA guidelines.
  • Resolve complex integration issues related to thermal, mechanical, electrical, PCIe, and GPU interconnect interfaces.
  • Drive platform configuration guides for x86 and ARM servers based on HPC and AI workload requirements.
  • Conduct installation, configuration, and bring-up of enterprise server hardware in data centers.
  • Analyze customer data to reproduce errors, resolve issues, or escalate problems as needed.
  • Debug NVIDIA products using oscilloscopes and analyzers to qualify and validate customer systems.

What we're looking for

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field required.
  • Strong analytical skills for reviewing enterprise system design and CPU architecture.
  • Understanding of x86 and ARM server architectures including BMC and out-of-band management.
  • Professional interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse technical audiences.
  • Experience using lab tools like oscilloscopes, multi-meters, and logic analyzers.
  • Comfortable working in Linux environments and familiar with Windows OS.

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