Hardware Engineer
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Hardware Engineer
ddn· Department
About this role
We are seeking a hands-on Platform Engineer to support the deployment, validation, and operation of large-scale solutions. This role focuses on system bring-up, hardware and firmware validation, and operational reliability across storage, compute, and networking infrastructure.
You will work closely with senior engineers to ensure systems are correctly configured, stable, and performant: from BIOS settings and firmware versions to OS behavior and device health.
What You’ll Do
Perform system bring-up and validation, including BIOS configuration, firmware updates, and OS-level checks.
Configure and verify platform settings (BIOS, BMC, OS) to ensure systems meet performance, reliability and consistency standards.
Execute and validate firmware updates across components, including NVMe drives, NICs, and system firmware.
Identify and troubleshoot issues related to:
Device initialization and visibility.
Firmware mismatches or upgrade failures.
Misconfigurations impacting performance or stability.
Understand, define and test procedures for:
Drive swaps and rebuilds.
Data integrity and system health checks.
Minimizing impact to running systems.
Monitor and validate storage device health, including basic performance characteristics and failure indicators.
Work with Linux systems to verify configuration, collect diagnostics, and assist in debugging issues.
Collaborate with senior engineers to escalate and help triage complex cross-layer issues.
Contribute to documentation and standardization of bring-up, validation, and operational procedures.
What will you bring to DDN
5+ years of experience in systems, infrastructure, or platform-focused engineering roles.
Comfortable working directly with hardware and firmware, including BIOS, BMC, and device-level tools.
Solid understanding of Linux systems administration and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with storage and networking fundamentals (NVMe, NICs, basic I/O concepts).
Experience performing and supporting firmware updates, with awareness of risk and failure scenarios.
Good scripting skills; familiarity with Go is a plus.
Strong attention to detail, able to verify configurations and catch subtle issues.
Willingness to learn and grow into deeper system, performance, and debugging responsibilities.
Curiosity about why systems perform the way they do: investigate, rather than just run scripts blindly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Hardware Engineer role at ddn?
The listed salary for this Hardware Engineer position at ddn is USD 100K–120K. This is an FullTime role.
Where is the Hardware Engineer position at ddn located?
This Hardware Engineer role at ddn is based in Wheat Ridge Office. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Hardware Engineer role at ddn full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Hardware Engineer role in the Department department at ddn.
Which team or department does the Hardware Engineer at ddn belong to?
This Hardware Engineer position is part of the Department department at ddn. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Hardware Engineer position at ddn?
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When was the Hardware Engineer job at ddn posted?
This Hardware Engineer position at ddn was posted on Sep 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Hardware Engineer
ddn · 💰 USD 100K–120K
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