Entry Level Hardware Engineer Jobs
New grad hardware engineer jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with 0 to 2 years of experience to their first professional role, where a strong portfolio of circuit designs or internship work often carries more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site positions across Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Artificial Intelligence, with Google, Apple, and Amazon hiring at this level now.
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Top citySunnyvale, CA
Work type88% On-site
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IMC Financial Markets
Hardware Engineer
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Electrical Hardware Engineer – Central Compute
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General Motors (GM)
Electrical Hardware Engineer – Central Compute
Sunnyvale, California
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Senior EDA Tools and Systems Support Hardware Engineer (Remote)
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Cisco
Senior EDA Tools and Systems Support Hardware Engineer (Remote)
San Jose, California
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Hardware Developer
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Oracle
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BCM Controls Corp.
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Hardware Engineer
IMC Financial Markets·Chicago, Illinois
Job functions:
$200k - $225k/yr
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Full Time
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Experienced
Technology
Chicago
IMC is seeking a Hardware Engineer to join our Global Hardware team and help develop the next generation of custom ASICs that power our trading infrastructure.
As a member of the Global Hardware organization, you’ll work on long-term, high-impact engineering challenges that directly influence the performance and scalability of IMC’s trading systems. This team focuses on designing proprietary hardware solutions that deliver meaningful advantages in latency-sensitive environments, partnering closely with software engineers, researchers, and trading teams to solve complex technical problems.
This role combines hardware design, verification, and system-level thinking. You’ll contribute across the ASIC development lifecycle, from RTL design and validation to integration within larger hardware platforms. Because of the team’s size and collaborative culture, engineers have broad ownership and exposure to multiple aspects of the design process rather than being confined to a narrow specialization.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
ASIC DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
- Participate in the full ASIC development lifecycle, from specification through integration and deployment
- Design and implement RTL for next-generation ASIC platforms using SystemVerilog
- Contribute to architecture and design discussions for performance-critical hardware systems
- Develop new functionality that supports evolving trading and infrastructure requirements
- Collaborate with hardware, software, and research teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions
VERIFICATION & TESTING
- Develop unit tests and verification environments for RTL designs
- Validate functionality and performance of hardware components
- Debug design and integration issues throughout the development process
- Contribute to verification methodologies and testing infrastructure
- Ensure designs meet reliability, performance, and maintainability requirements
ENGINEERING & TOOLING
- Develop scripts and tooling to improve engineering workflows
- Support automation efforts across design and verification processes
- Contribute to continuous improvements in development methodologies and engineering practices
WHAT YOU BRING
- BS+ in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
- Strong experience with RTL design and development using SystemVerilog
- Strong understanding of digital design fundamentals
- Working knowledge of C++
- Experience developing and executing verification and test strategies
- Experience working with multi-clock-domain designs and clock-domain crossing concepts
- Solid understanding of Ethernet protocols and networking fundamentals
- Experience with Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple engineering disciplines
NICE TO HAVE
- ASIC development experience
- FPGA development experience with relevant ASIC design exposure
- Familiarity with PMA (Physical Media Attachment) technologies
- Experience with high-performance networking systems
- Experience designing low-latency or performance-sensitive systems
- Exposure to trading, market infrastructure, or financial technology environments
- Experience building verification frameworks or test automation tools
- Strong C++ development skills
WHAT MAKES SOMEONE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE
- Balances architecture-level thinking with hands-on implementation
- Enjoys solving difficult technical problems across hardware and software domains
- Takes ownership of systems and follows through from design to deployment
- Demonstrates strong attention to detail and engineering rigor
- Thrives in collaborative environments and works well across teams
- Learns quickly and adapts to evolving technical challenges
- Communicates clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
ABOUT US
IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture and commitment to continuous innovation.
The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.
About Us
IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.
The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit
Benefits - US | IMC Trading
for more comprehensive information.Salary Range
$200,000.00 - $225,000.00 USD
IMC Financial Markets
Hardware Engineer
Chicago, Illinois
New 1m ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
$200k - $225k/yr
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Full Time
Job Description
Experienced
Technology
Chicago
IMC is seeking a Hardware Engineer to join our Global Hardware team and help develop the next generation of custom ASICs that power our trading infrastructure.
As a member of the Global Hardware organization, you’ll work on long-term, high-impact engineering challenges that directly influence the performance and scalability of IMC’s trading systems. This team focuses on designing proprietary hardware solutions that deliver meaningful advantages in latency-sensitive environments, partnering closely with software engineers, researchers, and trading teams to solve complex technical problems.
This role combines hardware design, verification, and system-level thinking. You’ll contribute across the ASIC development lifecycle, from RTL design and validation to integration within larger hardware platforms. Because of the team’s size and collaborative culture, engineers have broad ownership and exposure to multiple aspects of the design process rather than being confined to a narrow specialization.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
ASIC DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
- Participate in the full ASIC development lifecycle, from specification through integration and deployment
- Design and implement RTL for next-generation ASIC platforms using SystemVerilog
- Contribute to architecture and design discussions for performance-critical hardware systems
- Develop new functionality that supports evolving trading and infrastructure requirements
- Collaborate with hardware, software, and research teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions
VERIFICATION & TESTING
- Develop unit tests and verification environments for RTL designs
- Validate functionality and performance of hardware components
- Debug design and integration issues throughout the development process
- Contribute to verification methodologies and testing infrastructure
- Ensure designs meet reliability, performance, and maintainability requirements
ENGINEERING & TOOLING
- Develop scripts and tooling to improve engineering workflows
- Support automation efforts across design and verification processes
- Contribute to continuous improvements in development methodologies and engineering practices
WHAT YOU BRING
- BS+ in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
- Strong experience with RTL design and development using SystemVerilog
- Strong understanding of digital design fundamentals
- Working knowledge of C++
- Experience developing and executing verification and test strategies
- Experience working with multi-clock-domain designs and clock-domain crossing concepts
- Solid understanding of Ethernet protocols and networking fundamentals
- Experience with Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple engineering disciplines
NICE TO HAVE
- ASIC development experience
- FPGA development experience with relevant ASIC design exposure
- Familiarity with PMA (Physical Media Attachment) technologies
- Experience with high-performance networking systems
- Experience designing low-latency or performance-sensitive systems
- Exposure to trading, market infrastructure, or financial technology environments
- Experience building verification frameworks or test automation tools
- Strong C++ development skills
WHAT MAKES SOMEONE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE
- Balances architecture-level thinking with hands-on implementation
- Enjoys solving difficult technical problems across hardware and software domains
- Takes ownership of systems and follows through from design to deployment
- Demonstrates strong attention to detail and engineering rigor
- Thrives in collaborative environments and works well across teams
- Learns quickly and adapts to evolving technical challenges
- Communicates clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
ABOUT US
IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture and commitment to continuous innovation.
The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.
About Us
IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.
The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit
Benefits - US | IMC Trading
for more comprehensive information.Salary Range
$200,000.00 - $225,000.00 USD
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Entry Level Hardware Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level hardware engineer job?
Entry level hardware engineer roles go to candidates who can show hands-on work: PCB layouts, FPGA projects, embedded systems coursework, or an internship. Employers at this level care more about what you have built than how long you have been building. A portfolio that demonstrates signal integrity, schematic capture, or prototype testing gives you a concrete edge over candidates who list coursework alone.
Which companies hire entry level hardware engineers?
Companies hiring entry level hardware engineers right now include Google, Apple, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Both large electronics manufacturers and smaller embedded systems startups post regularly at this level, so candidates should look across company sizes and not limit searches to major brands.
Are there remote entry level hardware engineer jobs?
Yes, though hardware roles skew more on-site than software because prototyping and lab access often require physical presence. About 13% of entry level hardware engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, concentrated in roles where design, simulation, and documentation work can be completed off-site. Checking filters for hybrid postings will surface the most flexibility at this stage.
Are these new grad hardware engineer jobs?
Yes. These listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior hardware engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes 0 to 2 years of experience, counts internships or co-op rotations toward that requirement, or accepts a strong portfolio in place of professional tenure. Searching for "new grad" alongside "entry level" will surface postings written specifically for candidates finishing a degree or just starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level hardware engineers?
Entry Level hardware engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Artificial Intelligence, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they invest heavily in new product development and rely on junior engineers to support prototyping, testing, and component evaluation cycles that keep pipelines moving.