Hardware Engineering Architect High-Speed Board Design ...

Title: Hardware Engineering Architect – High-Speed Board Design & FPGA Systems Location: Onsite Sunnyvale Employment Type: Full-Time Role Summary We are seeking a Hardware Engineering Architect to lead the architecture and design of complex high-performance PCBs and hardware platforms supporting next-generation computing, networking, and silicon validation systems. This is a hands-on technical leadership role requiring deep expertise in high-speed I/O design, complex FPGA interfaces, and full-cycle board development from concept through bring-up and debug. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in solving hard signal integrity problems, integrating dense multi-interface designs, and partnering closely with FPGA, silicon, and system teams. Key Responsibilities Architect and design complex multi-layer PCBs for high-performance systems (evaluation platforms, prototype boards, test/validation systems) Lead high-speed interface design and integration including: PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, CXL, SerDes-based interfaces, and other high-bandwidth links Drive end-to-end board development: Requirements → architecture → schematic → layout guidance → fabrication → assembly → bring-up → debug Own interface definition and high-speed connectivity between FPGA, SoC/ASIC, memory, and external devices Partner with Signal Integrity / Power Integrity experts to ensure robust high-speed performance Support system bring-up, lab debug, and root-cause resolution using advanced lab equipment Collaborate cross-functionally with FPGA designers, silicon architects, mechanical, manufacturing, and validation teams Mentor other engineers and raise the overall design quality and execution speed of the organization Required Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering (or equivalent experience) 10+ years of experience in hardware/board design for high-performance electronics (more for Principal/Architect level) Strong hands-on expertise in complex PCB architecture and board design Extensive experience with high-speed I/O and dense interfaces, such as: PCIe (Gen3/Gen4/Gen5/Gen6 preferred) DDR4/DDR5 (and related layout constraints) High-speed Ethernet (25G/50G/100G+) SerDes-based links and multi-gigabit interfaces Advanced FPGA interface knowledge: High-speed transceivers (GTY/GTH, etc.) Timing considerations and I/O standards Board-level connectivity for high-throughput FPGA systems Strong understanding of SI/PI fundamentals: Impedance control, vias, return paths, crosstalk, reference plane strategy, decoupling Experience with board bring-up and debug: Oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, TDR, VNAs, protocol analyzers, power rail validation Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills Architecture experience with evaluation boards, silicon validation boards, or emulation/prototyping platforms Experience with compute/storage/networking systems or data center HW Familiarity with CXL, retimers, clocking architectures, and signal conditioning High-current power system architecture (multi-rail power, PMICs, POL regulators) Hands-on experience with: Allegro, Altium Designer, OrCAD/Capture, Xpedition, or similar EDA tools Exposure to manufacturing readiness: DFM/DFT, test points, boundary scan/JTAG strategy, yield feedback loops What Success Looks Like Designs are stable and high quality on first spin (or minimal re-spin) High-speed links meet performance targets with clean eye margins Faster bring-up cycles and reduced integration risk across teams Strong collaboration and leadership across HW, FPGA, and silicon orgs About Us: InterSources Inc, a Certified Diverse Supplier, was founded in 2007 and offers innovative solutions to help clients with Digital Transformations across various domains and industries. Our history spans over 16 years and today we are an Award-Winning Global Software Consultancy solving complex problems with technology. We recognize that our employees and our clients are our strengths as the diverse talents and opportunities they bring to the table enable us to grow as a global platform and they are causally linked with our success. We provide strategic and technical advice, and we have expertise in areas covering Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Migration, Custom Software Development, Data Analytics Infrastructure & Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security Services, etc. We make reasonable accommodations for clients and employees and we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute including race, religion, color, national origin, gender sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or marital status. We also are a Google Cloud partner company. We align strategy with execution and provide secure service solutions by developing and using the latest technologies that thrive our resources to deliver industry-leading capabilities to our clients and customers, making it convenient for our clients to do business with InterSources Inc. Our teams also drive growth by refining technology-driven client experiences that put the users first, providing an unparalleled experience. This results in strengthening the core technologies of clients, enabling them to scale with flexibility, create seamless digital experiences and build lifelong relationships.

Created: 2026-04-02