Principal Hardware Design Engineer

Industry: Cybersecurity / Network Hardware / High-Speed Systems

A pioneering force in cutting-edge cybersecurity hardware is growing its top-tier team of systems development experts. They are in search of a Principal Hardware Design Engineer to take full ownership of high-performance system and sub-system design, from concept through production. This role offers the rare opportunity to help shape advanced enterprise network protection platforms that are deployed in the world's most sensitive data environments.

Join a company where your technical expertise directly contributes to protecting global infrastructure. You’ll work alongside a passionate, high-caliber team developing industry-leading solutions in enterprise data centers and mission-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end electrical design of complex systems and sub-systems, including schematic design, PCB stackup, layout direction, simulation, bring-up, characterization, testing, and production release.
• Troubleshoot and resolve intricate hardware issues during all phases of the product lifecycle, with a strong focus on root-cause analysis and long-term reliability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, and product teams to deliver robust, scalable, and secure designs.
• Prepare and present detailed technical reports to internal stakeholders on design status, performance validation, and issue resolution.
• Stay up-to-date on cutting-edge component technologies and emerging standards relevant to high-speed, high-throughput computing platforms.

Required Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s with 8+ years.
• Demonstrated experience delivering complete board-level hardware designs from concept to production in a fast-paced product environment.
• Deep understanding of transmission line theory and high-speed signal design.
• Knowledge of high-speed interface protocols and memory technologies, including PCIe, 100
  
  GbE, and DDR4/DDR
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• Hands-on lab expertise using oscilloscopes, logic/protocol analyzers, and signal integrity tools.
• Skilled in schematic capture/layout using professional CAD tools (Cadence preferred).
• Familiarity with power and signal integrity simulation tools (e.g., Ansys Electromagnetics Suite).
• Understanding of Design-for-Manufacturing and Design-for-Test principles.

Nice to Have:

• Experience designing with Intel Xeon or similar x86 server-class platforms.
• Proficient in leveraging FPGAs and CPLDs for combinatorial logic implementation and system integration tasks.
• Familiarity with thermal design, mechanical integration, and compliance testing (EMI/EMC).
• Exposure to secure hardware architectures and cybersecurity applications is a strong plus.

What’s In It For You:

• Competitive base salary plus bonus potential based on company performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance, wellness incentives, and mental health resources.
• 401(k) with company matching and generous PTO including 14 paid holidays.
• Tuition assistance, adoption support, and pet insurance.
• A collaborative, mission-driven culture where your work truly matters.

Join a leading, fast-paced engineering team that's pushing the boundaries of next-gen, cyber-secure networking solutions. If you're looking to make an impact while solving some of the toughest hardware challenges in the industry—this is the role for you.

About Blue Signal:

Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46

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