Hardware Engineer Jobs in Austin, TX
Hardware Engineer jobs in Austin, Texas are concentrated in the Domain, North Austin's tech corridor, and the East Austin innovation district, with strong demand in semiconductors, consumer electronics, and defense electronics. Companies hiring right now include Amazon, Amazon Web Services, and Apple. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Top employerAmazon
Work type76% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Companies hiring27
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Sr. Platform Hardware Design Engineer
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Cloud Hardware Development Engineer I, Annapurna Labs, Early Career - 2027
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Amazon Web Services
Cloud Hardware Development Engineer I, Annapurna Labs, Early Career - 2027
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Signal Integrity Engineer, Infrastructure Hardware
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Signal Integrity Engineer, Infrastructure Hardware
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Hardware Engineer
Meta·Austin, Texas
Job functions:
$118k - $170k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+ employees
Job Description
Meta is building the physical infrastructure that powers some of the world's largest and most complex computing systems. As a Hardware Engineer on the Infrastructure Systems team, you will design, develop, and validate server and rack-level hardware solutions that underpin Meta's global data center fleet. In this role, you will work across the full hardware development lifecycle — from architecture definition and component selection through bring-up, characterization, and production qualification — ensuring that Meta's infrastructure hardware meets the performance, reliability, and efficiency demands of hyperscale deployment.
Hardware Engineer Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Hardware Engineer Responsibilities:
- Design and develop server, rack, and infrastructure hardware systems including compute, storage, and networking platforms for large-scale data center deployment
- Define hardware architecture and system-level specifications in collaboration with mechanical, electrical, thermal, and firmware engineering teams
- Lead component evaluation and selection, including processors, memory, storage devices, power delivery components, and interconnects
- Conduct hardware bring-up, functional validation, and characterization of prototype systems to verify compliance with design specifications
- Develop and execute hardware validation test plans covering performance, reliability, thermal, and power integrity requirements
- Analyze failure modes and drive root cause investigations for hardware issues identified during validation or production
- Collaborate with supply chain, contract manufacturers, and ODM partners to support design-for-manufacturability reviews and production ramp
- Contribute to hardware design reviews, generating and reviewing technical documentation including specifications, schematics, and test reports
- Work with data center operations and deployment teams to ensure hardware designs meet operational requirements at scale
- Track hardware program milestones, communicate technical risks, and drive resolution across cross-functional stakeholders
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, or related Engineering Degree, with 2+ years of industry experience
- 2+ years of experience with development and bring-up of data center system equipment, or complex consumer devices
- 2+ years of experience with PCB design with both integrated and discrete circuits, and high-speed interfaces
- 2+ years of experience with end-to-end enabling, design, and deployment cycle of multiple generations of products
- 2+ years of experience in working with Signal Integrity (SI) and Power (including interfacing with SMEs and shareholder groups) as a board owner in developing the PCBA's high speed interfaces, and power delivery subsystems
- 2+ years of experience with hardware bring-up, validation, and characterization of compute, storage, or networking platforms
- Experience with system-level hardware architecture including power delivery, thermal management, signal integrity, or high-speed interconnects
- Experience reading and interpreting schematics, hardware specifications, and component datasheets
- Experience collaborating with ODMs, contract manufacturers, or component vendors through the hardware development and qualification process
Preferred Qualifications:
- M.S. in electrical engineering or computer engineering
- Experience with design and troubleshoot data buses used in server such as PCIe, CXL, DDR, SAS, SATA, I2C, and similar analysis and resolution of system hardware issues
- Experience with using high speed scope, logic analyzer, and other validation methods in validating and troubleshooting server data bus (e.g. PCIe, SAS, SATA)
- Experience with delivering a complete hardware enclosure with other cross functional teams in engineering, program, and operation
- 3+ years of experience with server system architecture from one of the major CPU/GPU suppliers
- Experience with industry standard EDA tools for developing and reviewing PCB designs
- Knowledge of Linux for hardware validation and troubleshooting
- Experience working with thermal, mechanical, management firmware, system firmware, and software teams during product development
- Experience with designing ASIC verification & bring up hardware
About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
$118,000/year to $170,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
$118,000/year to $170,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
Meta
Hardware Engineer
Austin, Texas
Added 3d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$118k - $170k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Job Description
Meta is building the physical infrastructure that powers some of the world's largest and most complex computing systems. As a Hardware Engineer on the Infrastructure Systems team, you will design, develop, and validate server and rack-level hardware solutions that underpin Meta's global data center fleet. In this role, you will work across the full hardware development lifecycle — from architecture definition and component selection through bring-up, characterization, and production qualification — ensuring that Meta's infrastructure hardware meets the performance, reliability, and efficiency demands of hyperscale deployment.
Hardware Engineer Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Hardware Engineer Responsibilities:
- Design and develop server, rack, and infrastructure hardware systems including compute, storage, and networking platforms for large-scale data center deployment
- Define hardware architecture and system-level specifications in collaboration with mechanical, electrical, thermal, and firmware engineering teams
- Lead component evaluation and selection, including processors, memory, storage devices, power delivery components, and interconnects
- Conduct hardware bring-up, functional validation, and characterization of prototype systems to verify compliance with design specifications
- Develop and execute hardware validation test plans covering performance, reliability, thermal, and power integrity requirements
- Analyze failure modes and drive root cause investigations for hardware issues identified during validation or production
- Collaborate with supply chain, contract manufacturers, and ODM partners to support design-for-manufacturability reviews and production ramp
- Contribute to hardware design reviews, generating and reviewing technical documentation including specifications, schematics, and test reports
- Work with data center operations and deployment teams to ensure hardware designs meet operational requirements at scale
- Track hardware program milestones, communicate technical risks, and drive resolution across cross-functional stakeholders
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, or related Engineering Degree, with 2+ years of industry experience
- 2+ years of experience with development and bring-up of data center system equipment, or complex consumer devices
- 2+ years of experience with PCB design with both integrated and discrete circuits, and high-speed interfaces
- 2+ years of experience with end-to-end enabling, design, and deployment cycle of multiple generations of products
- 2+ years of experience in working with Signal Integrity (SI) and Power (including interfacing with SMEs and shareholder groups) as a board owner in developing the PCBA's high speed interfaces, and power delivery subsystems
- 2+ years of experience with hardware bring-up, validation, and characterization of compute, storage, or networking platforms
- Experience with system-level hardware architecture including power delivery, thermal management, signal integrity, or high-speed interconnects
- Experience reading and interpreting schematics, hardware specifications, and component datasheets
- Experience collaborating with ODMs, contract manufacturers, or component vendors through the hardware development and qualification process
Preferred Qualifications:
- M.S. in electrical engineering or computer engineering
- Experience with design and troubleshoot data buses used in server such as PCIe, CXL, DDR, SAS, SATA, I2C, and similar analysis and resolution of system hardware issues
- Experience with using high speed scope, logic analyzer, and other validation methods in validating and troubleshooting server data bus (e.g. PCIe, SAS, SATA)
- Experience with delivering a complete hardware enclosure with other cross functional teams in engineering, program, and operation
- 3+ years of experience with server system architecture from one of the major CPU/GPU suppliers
- Experience with industry standard EDA tools for developing and reviewing PCB designs
- Knowledge of Linux for hardware validation and troubleshooting
- Experience working with thermal, mechanical, management firmware, system firmware, and software teams during product development
- Experience with designing ASIC verification & bring up hardware
About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
$118,000/year to $170,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
$118,000/year to $170,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon16
- Amazon Web Services16
- Apple14
- Tesla10
- Celestica8
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware20
- Technology & Software18
- Retail6
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces6
- Science & Research4
Hardware Engineer Jobs in Austin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a hardware engineer job in Austin?
Austin's hardware engineering market centers on semiconductors, defense systems, and consumer electronics, with the heaviest concentration of roles in the Domain, North Burnet, and the US-183 tech corridor toward Cedar Park and Round Rock. Candidates with hands-on PCB design, FPGA development, or RF engineering experience stand out most. Targeting mid-size semiconductor firms and defense contractors alongside the large tech campuses gives you the broadest realistic pool of openings in the city.
Which companies hire hardware engineers in Austin?
Austin hardware engineer roles are posted by Amazon, Amazon Web Services, and Apple and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Austin's employer mix skews toward semiconductor manufacturers, aerospace and defense contractors, and consumer electronics firms, alongside a growing cluster of EV and energy tech companies that have expanded their engineering headcount locally in recent years.
Are there remote hardware engineer jobs in Austin?
Yes, but only selectively. Hardware engineering work is largely hands-on, requiring lab access, prototype testing, and physical component validation, which limits remote options compared to software roles. About 24% of hardware engineer openings tied to Austin are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be in design review, FPGA programming, or systems architecture rather than bench-level work. Hybrid schedules with two to three days on-site are the more common arrangement in Austin.
How can I get a hardware engineer job in Austin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Austin is targeting associate or junior hardware engineer roles at mid-size semiconductor and defense electronics firms, which regularly hire new graduates and career changers with strong fundamentals. UT Austin's engineering programs feed directly into local employer pipelines, and co-op or internship alumni have a meaningful advantage. Building a portfolio around PCB design, embedded systems, or signal integrity projects, even from coursework or personal builds, is the clearest way to move from application to interview at Austin employers.
Which industries hire the most hardware engineers in Austin?
The sectors hiring the most hardware engineers in Austin are Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Austin's role as a major semiconductor and chip design hub, combined with a large defense and aerospace presence and a growing EV and clean energy manufacturing base, makes it one of the densest hardware engineering labor markets in the country outside of Silicon Valley.
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