Debug Engineer

Job Title: Debug Engineer 1 (Hardware Quality / Failure Analysis)Location: Santa Clara, CA (100% Onsite)Employment Type: 3-Month Contract (High potential for extension or convert to FT)Pay Rate Range: $30.00 - $55.00/hour on W2About the Role:We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Debug Engineer to join our team on behalf of a premier, global Semiconductor and AI Networking client based in Santa Clara, CA. In this role, you will lead complex board and PCB-level failure analysis, drive structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and build custom automation scripts to keep high-speed infrastructure running at peak performance.If you are a hardware engineer who loves cracking open tough technical issues at the board level, working within Linux environments, and actively leveraging AI-powered tools to optimize your engineering workflows, we want to talk to you!Key Responsibilities:Board/PCB Level Troubleshooting: Perform deep-dive debugging and troubleshooting at the board/PCB level to identify and resolve complex hardware failures on returned DPU and AI NIC units.Failure Analysis & RCA: Lead structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and author comprehensive 8D and FA reports containing clear, actionable corrective actions.Automation & Diagnostic Scripting: Develop, optimize, and maintain diagnostic scripts, test procedures, and custom validation workflows using Python and Bash.Case Management & Tracking: Manage end-to-end failure cases and RMA workflows inside Salesforce, driving automation to streamline validation reporting.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner directly with Hardware, Design, and Manufacturing teams to catch systemic failure trends and implement global solutions.What We’re Looking For:Board-Level Debugging: Proven, hands-on experience troubleshooting and debugging hardware at the board/PCB level is highly critical.Experience: 5+ years of dedicated experience in hardware engineering, failure analysis, or a deeply related technical validation role.Domain Knowledge: Strong grasp of DPUs, AI NICs, PCIe architectures, and high-speed networking fabrics.OS & Tooling: Deep familiarity with Linux-based diagnostics and mechanical assembly review.Scripting: Proficiency in Python, Bash, or closely related scripting frameworks for tool development.Mindset: A strong bias toward integrating AI tools to accelerate debugging and eliminate repetitive workflow bottlenecks.Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.How to Apply:Send your updated resume directly to kaushik@trilyonservices.com with the subject line "Application: Debug Engineer 1 - Santa Clara" for immediate consideration!How to Apply:Send your updated resume directly to kaushik@trilyonservices.com with the subject line "Application: Debug Engineer 1 - Santa Clara" for immediate consideration!