Are you prepared to join the X team and help build the ultimate real-time information-sharing app, revolutionizing how people connect? At X, we’re on a mission to become the trusted global digital public square, committed to protecting freedom of speech and building the future unlimited interactivity. Our goal is to empower every user to freely create and share ideas, fostering open public discourse without barriers. Join us in shaping this thrilling journey where your contribution will be invaluable to our success!
Role: Hardware Systems Engineer (All Levels)
Location: Palo Alto, New York, Los Angeles, Seattle or Austin
Base Salary Range: $120,000 to $297,000
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Who We Are:
At X, we’re pioneering the frontier of technology with our innovative Everything App. Our mission is to revolutionize how people connect, share ideas, and engage in meaningful conversations. We champion freedom of speech and strive to create a platform that embraces diverse perspectives. Our commitment is to foster open dialogue and empower individuals to express themselves freely.
What You’ll Do:
As a Senior/Staff Hardware Systems Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the robust and efficient operation of our hardware infrastructure at X. Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing and architecting hardware systems to support our overall platform
- Collaborating cross-functionally with external software engineering teams and other stakeholders to understand current and future hardware needs
- Developing cost-effective plans for upgrading and maintaining aging hardware systems
- Providing insights and direction on hardware requirements and ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Testing and validating hardware components to ensure they meet performance and reliability standards
- Directly working with our Datacenter Engineering and Operations teams to troubleshoot complicated hardware issues and ensure successful operation of deployed hardware.
- Staying updated on the latest industry trends in hardware engineering and applying best practices to our systems
Who You Are:
We're looking for exceptional engineers who are passionate about our mission and have a strong desire to make a meaningful impact. The ideal candidate will have:
- A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, systems engineering, or a related field; or equivalent work experience
- 5 to 10 years of industry experience in hardware engineering, particularly with large-scale systems and infrastructure
- A deep understanding of systems architecture and the ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Experience in planning and deploying hardware at scale, with a focus on cost-efficiency and system reliability
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to formulate actionable plans for hardware lifecycle management
- Familiarity with testing and validating hardware systems to ensure they meet operational requirements
- A practical mindset with a keen understanding of the operational impact of deploying hardware solutions
- Able to deliver high quality solutions as an integral member of large scale project teams
- Used to thinking outside the box to find solutions to complex problems
- Extremely committed, willing to work in a fast paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
At X, our small but fast-paced team values innovation, creativity, and a strong commitment to our mission. As a Senior/Staff Hardware Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of X and our aspiration to build the Everything App.
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