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Hardware Quality Engineer

LambdaSan Jose Office (Zanker)Data Center Business
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Salary
$109K - $145K USD
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
31 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Lambda is seeking a Hardware Quality Engineer to join the Data Center Business team in San Jose, operating on a hybrid schedule with remote flexibility. This full-time position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in hardware and data center systems who wants to build the world's best AI cloud infrastructure.

Role Overview

The Operations team at Lambda ensures the seamless end-to-end execution of AI-IaaS infrastructure and hardware. As a Hardware Quality Engineer, the chosen candidate will manage data center quality issues, drive continuous improvement, and ensure that AI-driven infrastructure remains reliable and scalable.

Key Responsibilities

Track, log, and manage all quality issues arising in the data center during deployment and production environments.
Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for every hardware, software, or process failure.
Analyze production system metrics and quality data to detect trends, anomalies, or weak points.
Improve turnaround time for Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) processes.
Design, monitor, and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Implement and verify containment actions to keep systems operational until permanent fixes are applied.
Collaborate with operations, hardware, engineering, supply chain, and vendors to resolve quality issues.
Capture and upload failure analysis reports and related data into Quality Management Systems (QMS).
Verify the quality of incoming and outgoing spares to avoid repeat failures.
Define and track quality KPIs and SLAs, and report performance to leadership.
Oversee Material Review Board (MRB) inventory, rework, and disposal decisions.
Ensure the QMS is up to date and coordinate necessary training.
Work cross-functionally during hardware ramps, deployments, and upgrades to enforce quality gates.

Requirements

Experience working with hardware, data center, or infrastructure systems.
Strong capabilities in data analysis, statistics, and metrics to convert raw data into insights.
Skilled in root cause analysis methods such as 5 Whys, fishbone, 8D, and A3.
Comfortable managing cross-team communication, stakeholder expectations, and conflict resolution.
Detail-oriented, process-driven, and quality-minded mindset.
Experience working with quality tools or QMS software including audit modules, ERP, and defect tracking.
Clear written and verbal communication skills in English.
Ability to travel up to 30% for the role.
Presence in the San Jose office location 4 days per week, with Tuesday designated as a work-from-home day.

Nice to Have

Experience in the machine learning, AI infrastructure, GPU, HPC, or computer hardware industry.
Exposure to data center standards and certifications like ISO and Uptime Institute.
Background in vendor quality, supply chain quality, or incoming inspections.
Understanding of firmware, embedded systems, and reliability engineering.
Familiarity with scripting or automation tools such as Python and SQL for data processing.
Exposure to cloud or hyperscaler infrastructure operations.
Experience applying manufacturing-like quality concepts to compute hardware.

Skills and Tools

Python and SQL
Root Cause Analysis methods (5 Whys, fishbone, 8D, A3)
Quality Management Systems (QMS) software, ERP, and defect tracking tools
Data analysis, statistics, and KPI tracking

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range between $109,000 and $145,000 USD
Generous cash and equity compensation
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
Wellness and commuter stipends for select roles
401(k) Plan with a 2% company match for USA employees
Flexible paid time off plan

About the Company

Founded in 2012, Lambda has grown rapidly with over 500 employees and backing from notable investors and industry leaders like NVIDIA, SK Group, and leading venture firms. The company builds AI cloud infrastructure serving tens of thousands of customers ranging from independent AI researchers to massive hyperscalers, with research papers accepted at top machine learning and graphics conferences.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application directly on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

PythonSQL

Questions candidates ask

What is the location and work arrangement for this role?

This position is based in the San Jose office, requiring physical presence 4 days per week with Tuesday designated as a work-from-home day.

What is the salary range for the Hardware Quality Engineer position?

The annual salary range is set between $109,000 and $145,000 USD, depending on qualifications.

What travel is required for this position?

Up to 30% travel may be required for this role.

What kind of benefits does Lambda offer?

Lambda offers cash and equity compensation, health, dental, and vision coverage, wellness and commuter stipends for select roles, a 401(k) plan with a 2% company match, and flexible paid time off.

What are the core technical requirements for applicants?

Applicants need experience with hardware or data center infrastructure systems, strong data analysis and statistics skills, proficiency in root cause analysis methods, and familiarity with QMS software or ERP tools.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Lambda careers page.

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