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Component Engineer - Technical Lead
Component Engineer - Technical LeadSCOPE Recruiting • San Jose, CA, US
Component Engineer - Technical Lead

Component Engineer - Technical Lead

SCOPE Recruiting • San Jose, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description
Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid – 3+ days onsite/week required)
Industry: Networking / High-Speed Hardware / Semiconductor Supply Chain
Employment Type: Full-time \u007C Individual Contributor \u007C U.S. Based Only
Compensation:
Base Salary Range: $168,800 – $241,200
Bonus Eligible
Equity (RSUs): May be offered based on fit
Benefits: Full medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, PTO, and more

Overview:
A global technology leader is seeking a Component Engineering Technical Lead to join its high-impact hardware quality and supply chain group. This role will drive the selection, qualification, and failure analysis of high-speed digital components, including PHYs, FPGAs, CPUs, SoCs, and Retimers. The individual will work cross-functionally with hardware engineering, quality, NPI, and global suppliers to ensure component integrity, supply continuity, and long-term reliability across next-generation networking and compute platforms.
This is a high-visibility, hybrid position based in San Jose, CA, requiring strong technical ownership, supplier management capabilities, and the ability to navigate complex issues from lab to leadership.

Key Responsibilities:
Own end-to-end component qualification and selection processes for high-speed digital ICs
Lead root cause investigations and failure analysis (FA) of component-level issues across silicon, system, and assembly layers
Collaborate closely with internal design, sourcing, reliability, and NPI teams to ensure alignment across the hardware lifecycle
Influence vendor technology roadmaps, drive availability of next-gen components, and evaluate early silicon readiness
Define and validate design margin requirements for SERDES-based architectures and interface protocols (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, Fibre Channel)
Develop structured documentation for component evaluations, FA reports, and corrective actions

Required Experience:
8–15 years of experience in component engineering, hardware design, or field applications engineering within the networking, semiconductor, or compute industries
Deep technical exposure to PHYs, Retimers, FPGAs, CPUs, or SoCs and their integration into system designs
Hands-on familiarity with FA methodologies including 8D, RCA, and electrical/mechanical debug tools
Demonstrated success working with external suppliers and internal engineering stakeholders to resolve component issues
Strong communication skills — must be able to articulate findings and technical trade-offs to both engineers and senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience at a networking OEM or semiconductor vendor
Understanding of HTOL, ELFR, LU, ESD, and other reliability screening methodologies
Familiarity with signal integrity concepts, eye diagrams, and system-level performance trade-offs
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred

Additional Requirements:
Must be based in or willing to relocate to the San Jose, CA area
Hybrid schedule: minimum 3 days/week onsite
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Candidates who have applied to this client within the last 6 months will not be considered
Minimal travel required (<10%)

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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