The salary range offered for this position is $100,000 to $130,000 annually, depending on the candidate’s experience and skill set.
Employment
full time
Employer job description
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The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for leading quality engineering activities across AMAX’s hardware manufacturing and system integration operations. This role ensures that AI servers, GPU-based systems, storage systems, and data center solutions meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality standards.
Develop and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001, coordinate audits and management review inputs, and drive closure of audit findings
Act as the primary point of contact for assigned customer quality issues and escalations, providing clear technical updates and tracking actions through closure
Partner with engineering, operations, supply chain, and global quality teams to resolve quality issues throughout the product lifecycle
Lead hardware failure investigations and root cause analysis using inspection findings, test logs, technical specifications, and supplier failure analysis reports
Drive containment and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), prepare and review 8D reports, and verify corrective action effectiveness
Conduct supplier audits, review supplier failure analysis and corrective actions, and drive timely resolution of recurring defects and quality escapes
Manage nonconforming material controls, traceability, and RMA disposition with engineering, supply chain, and suppliers
Support new product introduction and component, firmware, or packaging changes by reviewing quality risks and inspection or validation requirements
Coordinate product certification and compliance documentation with customers, suppliers, and test laboratories to meet customer specifications and applicable industry standards
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to quality engineers, operators, and manufacturing teams, promoting quality and accountability
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
5–7 years of experience in quality engineering within hardware, electronics, or manufacturing environments
Strong knowledge of QMS requirements, ISO 9001, and internal audit practices
Hands-on experience with failure analysis, root cause methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone), and corrective action verification
Familiarity with server, storage, or similar hardware manufacturing, and system-level testing
Ability to interpret technical drawings, component specifications, and test data to assess defects and support disposition decisions
Strong communication and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage customer and supplier escalations and multiple priorities independently
Preferred: Experience with AI/HPC systems, GPU servers, rack integration, or liquid cooling systems
Experience with supplier audits, supplier qualification, product change reviews, and global quality coordination
Certifications such as CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) or Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt)
Familiarity with product safety, EMC, and environmental compliance requirements such as CE, FCC, CB, NRTL, and RoHS
Experience supporting third party audits or customer-specific compliance programs
The salary range offered for this position is $100,000 to $130,000 annually, depending on the candidate’s experience and skill set.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
401k match
Commuter benefits
Life and Accidental Insurance
Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
We also have a perfect location for all types of commuters: AMAX is located right between I-680 and I-880. Warm Springs/South Fremont BART station and bus stops are within a 10-minute walking distance. 5 grocery stores, 6+ coffee/tea places, and numerous restaurants within 1 mile. Feel free to try the delicious fusions or grab your daily groceries after work!
About AMAX
Established in 1979, AMAX is a globally recognized leader in GPU-accelerated IT infrastructure, specializing in transforming standard IT systems into advanced, high-performance computing solutions. Catering to industries such as AI, cloud computing, autonomous vehicles, and high-performance computing, AMAX has set benchmarks in innovation, including pioneering liquid-cooled HPC systems for the semiconductor industry.
With a global footprint spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, AMAX offers end-to-end services from design and manufacturing to deployment. Committed to addressing the growing demands of AI, AMAX delivers advanced solutions that help organizations achieve their technology goal and drive progress on a global scale. To learn more about AMAX’s advanced AI solutions, visit amax.com.
Join Us
Become part of a diverse and inclusive team that values your technical expertise and innovative thinking. Together, we’ll push the boundaries of what’s possible in the hardware industry.
AMAX is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, race, gender, or other legally protected characteristics.
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