Hardware Engineer

Job Summary

As a Principal Hardware Engineer you will play a pivotal role in designing and developing cutting‑edge hardware solutions. You will leverage your extensive experience in circuit debugging board bring‑up testing and component analysis to ensure the highest quality standards. Your expertise in hardware processors EMI/EMC testing and power supply design will drive innovation and efficiency in our projects. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross‑functional teams con

• Lead the design and development of advanced hardware solutions ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Oversee circuit debugging processes to identify and resolve issues enhancing product reliability and performance.
• Provide expertise in board bring‑up testing ensuring seamless integration and functionality of hardware components.
• Conduct comprehensive component analysis to optimize hardware design and improve system efficiency.
• Utilize knowledge of hardware processors to enhance processing capabilities and support complex applications.
• Implement EMI/EMC testing procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and minimize interference.
• Design power supply systems that meet project specifications and enhance energy efficiency.
• Develop analog circuits that support high‑performance applications and meet design criteria.
• Apply digital logic design principles to create robust and scalable hardware architectures.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive new product development initiatives and achieve project milestones.
• Ensure hardware architecture aligns with company objectives and supports future scalability.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of hardware processes enhancing productivity and quality.

• Possess a strong background in circuit debugging board bring‑up testing and component analysis.
• Demonstrate expertise in hardware processors EMI/EMC testing and power supply design.
• Have experience in analog circuits design and digital logic design contributing to robust hardware solutions.
• Exhibit proficiency in hardware architecture supporting scalable and efficient designs.
• Experience in new product development within the Manlog domain is advantageous.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills for effective collaboration and documentation.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in hardware engineering with a maximum of 16 years.
• Understanding the hardware architecture of the products.
• Performing work in all phases hardware product development life‑cycle – requirements, architecture, design, implementation and verification.
• Coming up with innovative ideas to improve HW products and the HW development process.
• Working in a diverse team environment, as well as independently.

About Cognizant’s IoT Practice:

Intelligent, IoT‑enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry‑aligned, IoT‑enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes.

Without human‑centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things—but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.

• The annual salary for this position is between $128,000 – $150,000 + Bonus depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
  This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
  Benefits
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  Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long‑term/Short‑term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

* Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

• Applications will be accepted until April 2nd, 2026
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