[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Arista Networks jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/arista-networks/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Arista Networks · George Town, Penang, Malaysia # Hardware NPI / Debug Engineer - Malaysia George Town, Penang, Malaysia Full-time Operations Listed on Arista Networks’s official careers site. Posted September 17, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Arista Networks’s careers site →](https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AristaNetworks/744000150079499-hardware-npi-debug-engineer-malaysia) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Arista Networks](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/arista-networks/) / Hardware NPI / Debug Engineer - Malaysia ## Job description Who You’ll Work With We are seeking high-caliber Hardware NPI Engineers for a transformational hybrid role that bridges the gap between design engineering and manufacturing. This position requires a deep understanding of our hardware designs, along with our manufacturing processes, to deliver early prototypes to large data center customers. You will be a key driver in ensuring our high standard of quality in production releases while leading the technical execution of early-program builds. Our product portfolio spans the full spectrum, from compact 1RU switches to massive modular chassis. These systems integrate high-density PCBs with advanced interconnects, high-performance ASICs, and sophisticated thermal management solutions. Working with these platforms requires precision handling of intricate optical and flyover cable assemblies, demanding an exceptional technical acumen to manage the complexities inherent in next-generation networking hardware. ### What You’ll Do This role is a fast track to understanding core products in the AI data center switching fabric, while enabling a deep understanding of the processes necessary to fabricate, manufacture and test these systems. Hence, this role represents a tremendous hands-on opportunity to grow into a role in hardware development, manufacturing, test, and / or product engineering functions. ### End-to-End Prototype Leadership Take ownership of early prototype builds in partnership with Hardware, Manufacturing and Test Engineering with the goal of rapidly maturing designs and manufacturing processes to yield field trial-ready units for our strategic customers. ### Influence Product Design through DFx Accelerate your design knowledge by driving Design for Excellence (DFM, DFT, DFQ, DFR) through active reviews of schematics and layouts, directly translating real-world NPI findings into more robust product generations. ### Systems Debug & Technical Mastery Build deep systems-thinking skills by leading complex root-cause analysis and system repairs, establishing the technical foundation and tools necessary for future senior engineering roles. ### Strategic Collaboration & Mentorship Drive continuous improvement through close cross-functional partnerships with internal Engineering and Platform Design teams, while mentoring Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners to uphold high-proficiency production and quality standards. ## Qualifications A BSEE degree is required, an MSEE degree is strongly desired; candidates must possess a solid foundation in electrical engineering. A mechanical aptitude highly desirable. 4 to 8 years of experience in Hardware, NPI, Sustaining and/or Test Engineering within the Networking, AI, GPU, Computing industries. Expertise in system-level debugging, root cause analysis, and proficiency with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) Knowledge of industry manufacturing standards (IPC, JEDEC) and experience with complex Fab structures (VIPPO, backdrill), and electro/mechanical systems. Must be passport ready and able to travel to CM sites within Asia and USA. ### Key Skills & Competencies Technical Fluency: Deep ability to interpret schematics, board layout files, mechanical drawings, and datasheets to diagnose marginal design issues. ### Diagnostic Proficiency Ability to read command-line logs and diagnostics to independently navigate early-stage technical hurdles. ### Proactive Leadership A self-starting mindset with the ability to "run on your own" and drive improvements in efficiency and customer satisfaction. ### Teamwork & Communication Exceptional skills in collaborating with remote and HQ engineers while managing and training factory-level technical staff. English fluency is a must, Malay and/or Vietnamese fluency is desired. #LI-AN1 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 17, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 17, 2026 - Listed for: 30 days - Location: George Town, Penang, Malaysia - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Arista Networks’s careers site →](https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AristaNetworks/744000150079499-hardware-npi-debug-engineer-malaysia) ## More jobs at Arista Networks ### [Logistics Coordinator (APAC Service Operations)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/arista-networks/jobs/0304f2a0f8c70c29d9a3/) George Town, Penang, Malaysia ### [Manufacturing Partner Manager - Penang](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/arista-networks/jobs/1922fb420ab4dcf35d40/) George Town, Penang, Malaysia ### [Quality Engineer - Malaysia](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/arista-networks/jobs/92c16eec03ca41177702/) George Town, Penang, Malaysia ### [Application Support Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/arista-networks/jobs/7bc68920f57a7980d163/) Denver Metropolitan Area, Colorado, United States ### [Cloud Business Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/arista-networks/jobs/d25fcda6ff1103000f5e/) Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Electrical Product Engineer- Senior Hardware NPI & Quality Lead with 15+ years of experience in hardware engineering, a deep understanding of PCB/PCBA, and a passion for DFM and NPI](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cisco-systems/jobs/c34caef90e70dd921baf/) Cisco Systems · Bangalore, India ### [PostSi Debug Validation Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/2721e4954d0e8f97095f/) Qualcomm · Bangalore, India ### [Silicon Debug Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/89508475be0a7e40226e/) Microsoft · Malaysia, Pulau Pinang, Gelugor ### [Product Stability Triage/Debug Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/9766c2169b4cf3df8a13/) Qualcomm · Shanghai, China ### [Server Hardware Debug & Validation Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capgemini/jobs/75f021f3fce7c69f056e/) Capgemini · Austin OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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