Hardware Research Analyst
Core
Conduct teardowns of leading-edge AI and datacenter hardware to produce published technical analysis and industry reports.
Role type
Senior IC hardware research analyst (teardowns & analysis)
Builds
Published technical reports, industry models, and strategic insights for investors and hyperscalers
Domain
Semiconductor industry + AI hardware
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research
Required skills
hardware teardown, silicon process analysis, die architecture interpretation, technical writing, industry tracking, expert network management, cost modeling, semiconductor sample preparation, analytical tool operation (FIB, SEM, X-ray)
Preferred skills
system architecture knowledge, advanced packaging expertise (2.5D/3D, HBM), Python for data analysis, conference participation
Technologies
FIB, SEM, X-ray, precision polishing tools, Python
Responsibilities
Execute end-to-end product teardowns from acquisition to publication, analyze hardware at silicon/system levels, maintain industry coverage via conferences and supply chain signals, build expert networks to validate conclusions, translate physical evidence into architectural and cost insights
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC
