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Hardware Development Engineer

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Compensation
$143–214K/yr
Location
Palo Alto, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

The Senior Hardware Engineer implements hardware development programs from inception through product shipment, supporting and sustaining Rubrik’s Cloud Data Management appliances with operations teams and server OEMs. The role qualifies enterprise server platforms, storage devices, firmware, and network adapters; develops and executes automated tests; and investigates hardware and system issues through resolution. It also supports internal application teams running software on Rubrik appliances and third-party server systems.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

X86 Server Hardware Testing, nice to haveNetwork Adapter Testing, nice to haveDisk Controller Testing, nice to haveNVMe M.2, nice to haveU.2, nice to haveSATA, nice to haveSAS SSDs, nice to haveSchedule Planning, nice to haveSOP Writing, nice to haveTest Instruction Writing, nice to haveFirmware Validation, nice to haveSoftware Validation, nice to haveBug Reporting, nice to haveWindows Installation, nice to haveLinux Installation, nice to haveVMware Installation, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics, or Related Technical Field, required1+ Years Relevant Hardware Engineering Experience, required1 Year X86 Server Hardware Testing, nice to have1 Year NVMe, U.2, SATA, SAS SSD Experience, nice to have1 Year Schedule Planning and Test Documentation Experience, nice to have1 Year Firmware and Software Validation Experience, nice to have3 Years Enterprise Server Operating System Installation Experience, nice to have

Full job description

The Rubrik Engineering team is comprised of people who produce extraordinary results. Our engineers are driven to build efficient, reliable, and cost effective products. We believe in empowering our teams, giving engineers autonomy and responsibility, not just tasks. Our goal is to motivate and challenge you to do the best work of your career. As part of the Rubrik Engineering team, you will work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define the next generation of products for Rubrik. At Rubrik, nothing will stop you from thinking big. We are looking for individuals who are comfortable with ambiguity and excited by the prospect of a challenge. If you have a positive attitude, high energy and limitless drive, and like to win, we want to talk to you!

About The Role:

The Senior Hardware Engineer will implement hardware development programs from inception to product shipment. Will work with Rubrik’s operations team and Server OEMs to develop, support, and sustain Rubrik’s Cloud Data Management appliances. Will develop and review test plans and qualify server x86 enterprise platforms from HPE, Dell, Cisco, and Supermicro. Will Qualify Storage Hard Drives Solid State Drives (NVMe M.2, U.2, SATA, SAS, SSD’s),and firmware from Seagate, Toshiba, Samsung, Western Digital, and Kioxia. Qualify Network adapters from Mellanox, Broadcom, and Intel, which can be integrated for sustaining Rubrik appliances. Will develop and execute automated test scripts. Will investigate, triage, and debug hardware/system level issues down to component – hard drive, Network, Platform components and to the firmware level. Drive technical issues to closure by working with internal and field engineers to build customer test environments, identify and track root cause to resolve customer and field issues. Will work with Rubrik’s application teams internally and will provide support to run them on both Rubrik Appliances and 3rd party server systems. Other duties as assigned.

Experience you’ll need :

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics, or related technical field (or foreign equivalent)

  • 1-3 years of relevant experience in the job offered or related hardware engineering position.

Preferred qualifications:

  • 1 year of experience testing x86 server hardware with network adapters of different speeds and different disk controllers.

  • 1 year of experience with NVMe M.2, U.2, SATA, SAS SSD’s on servers

  • 1 year of experience planning schedules, drafting SOP’s, and writing up test instructions. (This includes test bed setup and testing and planning and estimating the duration for test phases).

  • 1 year of experience validating firmware, software deliverables of customer products and reporting bugs, as well as testing on various server firmware and driver deliverables.

  • 3 years’ experience installing Windows, Linux, and VMware operating systems on Enterprise Servers

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The minimum and maximum base salaries for this role are posted below; additionally, the role is eligible for bonus potential, equity and benefits. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the role based on U.S. location. Within the range, the salary offered will be determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US Pay Range

$143,000—$214,400 USD

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Inclusion @ Rubrik

At Rubrik, we are dedicated to fostering a culture where people from all backgrounds are valued, feel they belong, and believe they can succeed. Our commitment to inclusion is at the heart of our mission to secure the world’s data.

Our goal is to hire and promote the best talent, regardless of background. We continually review our hiring practices to ensure fairness and strive to create an environment where every employee has equal access to opportunities for growth and excellence. We believe in empowering everyone to bring their authentic selves to work and achieve their fullest potential.

Our inclusion strategy focuses on three core areas of our business and culture:

  • Our Company: We are committed to building a merit-based organization that offers equal access to growth and success for all employees globally. Your potential is limitless here.

  • Our Culture: We strive to create an inclusive atmosphere where individuals from all backgrounds feel a strong sense of belonging, can thrive, and do their best work. Your contributions help us innovate and break boundaries.

  • Our Communities: We are dedicated to expanding our engagement with the communities we operate in, creating opportunities for underrepresented talent and driving greater innovation for our clients. Your impact extends beyond Rubrik, contributing to safer and stronger communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Rubrik is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Rubrik provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants in all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, compensation, training, leave, and termination.

Rubrik provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform your job, please contact [email protected] . Accommodations may include changes to the application process, documents in an alternate format, a sign language interpreter, or specialized equipment.

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How this job compares

Set against the 1,137 open Hardware Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$143–214K/yr
  • California median$168–245K/yr241 salary ranges
  • US median$146–245K/yr825 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $179K, is 14% below the California median midpoint ($209K) — in the middle half of Hardware Engineering salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 369 open Hardware Engineering jobs in California and 1,137 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Hardware Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for (median 7 years, across 674 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 374 of the 1,137 open Hardware Engineering jobs (33%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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