Staff, Component Engineer
Core
Selecting hardware components, driving cost optimization, and managing supply chain strategy for scalable AI compute systems.
Role type
Staff Component Engineer (Hardware/Supply Chain)
Builds
Next-generation AI hardware platforms
Domain
AI hardware, semiconductors, supply chain management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
component selection, cost optimization, supply chain strategy, vendor management, risk mitigation, lifecycle management, multi-sourcing, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
understanding of semiconductors, memory, power, passives, connectors
Technologies
RISC-V, AI hardware platforms
Responsibilities
Define and maintain Approved Vendor List (AVL), drive smart multi-sourcing strategies, collaborate with hardware and procurement teams, identify cost savings opportunities, mitigate supply risk, manage component lifecycle transitions
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic influence