Akamai Technologies · 2 days ago
Principal Hardware Engineer
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$148K/yr - $308K/yr
12+ years expAkamai Technologies is a leading company in cloud computing, and they are seeking a Principal Hardware Engineer to define the next generation of cloud server architecture. The role involves setting technical direction for compute and GPU servers, collaborating with partners, and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring performance and efficiency from concept through global deployment.
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Responsibilities
Owning technical roadmaps for cloud servers and SmartNIC/DPUs (BlueField/IPU equivalents)
Defining requirements, review schematics/layouts, guide DFM, and drive platform NPI from EVT DVT PVT MP
Owning platform development for compute and GPU servers
Leading bring-up and debug of boards and systems (power, thermal, storage, networking, manageability)
Developing and execute validation plans, root-cause issues across HW/FW/SW
Collaborating with partners (OEM/ODM, silicon, and component suppliers) to develop platform configurations that balance performance, efficiency, supply continuity, and TCO
Mentoring and developing junior engineers, setting the bar for design reviews, and leading decision making with cross-functional teams
Qualification
Required
12 years of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or a related field
Foundation in server architecture and board-level design/debug
Comfortable with low-level buses and tools (IC, SPI, UART, oscilloscopes)
Leadership experience with platform validation (power/thermal, signal integrity, storage and PCIe/NVMe qualification, system stress)
Linux and scripting skills
Able to architect test frameworks, parse large data sets, and convert results into actionable specifications
Track record of vendor leadership and executive level communication
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including being comfortable speaking in a group setting
Benefits
Healthcare
401K savings plan
Company holidays
Vacation (in the form of PTO)
Sick time
Family friendly benefits including parental leave
Employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness
Company
Akamai Technologies
Akamai is a provider of cloud services that help enterprises provide secure, high-performing user experiences on any device.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$2.63BKey Investors
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2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2023-08-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
2001-08-01Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Tom Leighton
Chief Executive Officer
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CTO
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