Systems Debug Engineer-PCIe and Linux Kernel

*Location: Milpitas, CA* *Duration: 3 months (possible extension)* *Role Summary:* Responsible for diagnosing, debugging, and resolving PCIe, Linux kernel, and system-level issues on internal test platforms. Work closely with hardware, firmware, software, and validation teams to identify root causes, improve system stability, and support new platform development. *Key Responsibilities:* * Investigate and debug PCIe-related issues, including link training failures, enumeration problems, bandwidth limitations, hot-plug events, AER errors, and device communication failures. * Analyze Linux kernel logs, crash dumps, kernel panics, driver issues, and performance bottlenecks to determine root causes. * Develop and execute debug plans using tools such as lspci, dmesg, kernel tracing, PCIe protocol analyzers, and logic analyzers. * Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and drive corrective actions across hardware, firmware, BIOS, kernel, and application layers. * Work with internal tester platforms involving PCIe switches, NVMe devices, custom hardware, and embedded controllers. * Collaborate with HW, FW, BIOS, and SW teams to reproduce issues, validate fixes, and improve platform reliability. * Create debug documentation, test procedures, and troubleshooting guides for engineering teams. * Support system bring-up, qualification, and production readiness activities for new tester platforms. *Required Qualifications:* * Strong understanding of PCIe architecture, protocol, and troubleshooting methodologies. * Experience with Linux kernel debugging, device drivers, and system-level diagnostics. * Proficiency in Linux command-line tools and scripting (Python, Bash, or similar). * Experience analyzing kernel logs, crash dumps, and system traces. * Knowledge of BIOS/UEFI, hardware bring-up, and platform validation. * Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills. *Preferred Qualifications:* * Experience with NVMe/SSD systems and PCIe switches. * Familiarity with protocol analyzers, oscilloscopes, and hardware debug tools. * Experience supporting high-performance computing, storage, or test equipment platforms. * Understanding of Linux kernel internals and driver development. TA01 Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Work Location: In person