Nexthop AI

Software Engineer - Hardware Diagnostics - New Grad

Company Description: As a cutting-edge AI infrastructure startup, we are building high-performance systems that power next-generation, large-scale AI deployments. Our team brings together industry veterans and passionate innovators who thrive in a fast-paced environment, tackling complex technical challenges at the boundary of hardware and software. Diagnostics Team Details: We are looking for inquisitive software engineers eager to bridge the gap between software platform architecture and physical hardware. Operating as a vital group within our software organization, our team rapidly iterates to validate hardware—from early prototype bring-up to full datacenter deployment—using an industry-leading software framework. Strong problem-solving skills, rapid adaptability, and enthusiasm for collaborative engineering are at the core of what we value. Job Responsibilities: - Design and write platform driver code across kernel and user space to model, stress, and verify hardware performance. - Drive architectural decisions for our platform software in a highly collaborative setting. - Partner cross-functionally with hardware, software, and mechanical engineering teams to build custom test suites for complex designs. - Engage in end-to-end system enablement, progressing from prototype bring-up to large-scale AI datacenter deployments. - Help shape our startup culture—take ownership, challenge existing paradigms, and contribute directly to the future of our tech stack. Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field - Proficiency in Python, C - Solid understanding of systems software, including embedded systems and distributed systems - Familiarity with schematics/component datasheets - Familiarity with L2 networking protocols is a plus. - Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team - Confidence to both ask questions and take ownership of your projects What We Offer: - Direct 1:1 mentorship from industry veterans passionate about accelerating your early-career technical growth. - High ownership of high-impact projects tailored to your interests and expertise, with immediate visibility and impact across teams. - A supportive, highly collaborative culture that encourages continuous learning, curiosity, and creative problem-solving.