System Hardware Engineer
Posted 28 Apr 2026
Advertised as “System Hardware Engineer (Switch/NAS) ”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyElectrical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
About Ubiquiti
At Ubiquiti Inc., we create technology platforms for Businesses, Smart Homes, and Internet Service Providers, driven by our goal to connect everyone, everywhere. To date, Ubiquiti has shipped over 100 million devices worldwide, from ISP networking products to next generation of IT solutions. Our growth is made possible by the dedicated team of hundreds behind the scenes. From software developers and product managers to designers and strategists, Team UI is driven to achieve our common goal: Rethinking IT. At Ubiquiti, you’ll heighten your potential and broaden your horizons - all while shaping the future of connectivity.
Responsibilities
- Lead hardware circuit design, schematic development, and PCB layout review to ensure robust system performance and manufacturability
- Drive design verification, system bring-up, debugging, and root cause analysis, including RMA failure resolution
- Own BOM management and support production to ensure smooth transition from NPI to mass production
- Evaluate and integrate new technologies, components, and platforms to enhance product competitiveness
- Participate across the full product lifecycle from NPI, MP to EOL
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including layout, component engineering, firmware, mechanical, power, thermal, QA, software, PM, ID, and compliance
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in system-level hardware design
- Experience with networking products such as Ethernet gateway, switch, or NAS platforms
- Solid understanding of Ethernet technologies including 802.3 PoE (PSE/PD), 1G/10G PHY, and switching or routing fundamentals
- Experience in hardware validation, debugging, and failure analysis in production environments
- Familiarity with compliance requirements including ESD, surge protection, and safety standards
- Proficiency in hardware design tools such as OrCAD Capture, Cadence Allegro, or Mentor PADS
Nice to Have
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in complex hardware system development
- Background in low power design such as battery-powered or portable devices
- Experience with outdoor or industrial-grade product design and reliability considerations