Application Validation Engineer

$78,000 - $131,000/Yr

Supermicro - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Jose, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

Supermicro is seeking an Application Validation Engineer responsible for testing motherboards, systems, and add-on cards. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to address quality issues and ensure products meet specifications. The engineer will support both pre-and-post product release activities, including design verification and various testing methodologies. A strong background in Linux and Windows operating systems, along with hardware validation testing, is essential for success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform motherboard, server system, and other server component validation testing
• Conduct functionality testing, compatibility testing, performance testing, stress and reliability testing
• Document and analyze test data
• Report hardware and software quality assurance issues into bug tracking systems
• Maintain and improve validation test plans and test instructions
• Contribute in the development of test utilities and test script automation
• Provide Linux kernel, driver and application analysis and support
• Support internal and external quality issues and drive to issue resolution

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (EE) or Computer Engineering (CE) is preferred
• 2+ years of experience as Application Validation Engineer or related field is a plus
• Familiar with Server and Computer Architecture
• Basic knowledge of Networking/TCPIP
• Familiar with Linux Operating System
• Strong attention to details
• White and Black Box testing experience
• Basic programming skill (is a plus)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Participation in bonus and equity award programs