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Lab Manager and Rework Technician

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Rivos

Rivos

201-500 employees

Develops custom RISC-V server solutions

Hardware
Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Mid, Senior

Santa Clara, CA, USA

Category
Lab & Research
Interdisciplinary Research
Physical Sciences
Required Skills
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design
Bash
Python
Communications
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Ability to perform intricate rework of small, complex parts in dense designs – e.g., solder 0201s (or larger) and QFNs, reflow BGAs, connect high-speed probes, etc
  • Experience managing electronic bench lab build-outs and deployments including maintaining required documentation (e.g. material safety data sheets) and working with infrastructure and IT teams
  • Python, Bash, or similar scripting experience
  • Experience maintaining lab equipment, scheduling recalibration of equipment, etc
  • Manage rework/ECO documentation and board assembly revision tracking
  • Basic understanding of electronic components, electronic schematics and PCB layouts
  • Ability to work from verbal description or informal sketches as well as formal ECOs
  • Familiarity with electronic and thermal lab equipment usage and capabilities
  • Linux and Windows OS experience
  • Excellent skills in problem solving and verbal communication, excellent organization skills, and highly self-motivated
  • Ability to work well in a team and be productive under aggressive schedules
  • 3+ years as an SMT rework technician or related role with Technical Certification or Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering field
  • OR 5+ years as an SMT rework technician with lab management experience
Responsibilities
  • Procurement, management, and maintenance of lab equipment and supplies
  • Rework of electronics to support testing and bring-up
  • Execution of test programs, debugging, and failure analysis procedures
  • Design of lab fixtures and electronics to improve testing efficiency

Rivos develops high-performance and power-efficient server solutions using RISC-V, an open-source hardware instruction set architecture. Their custom hardware is designed to meet the specific needs of enterprise clients, including data centers and cloud service providers, who require reliable systems for extensive data processing and storage. Rivos stands out from competitors by utilizing RISC-V technology, which allows for greater flexibility and customization compared to traditional proprietary solutions. The company's goal is to provide tailored, cost-effective server products and related services that enhance performance and integration within clients' IT infrastructures.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$250M

Headquarters

Santa Clara, California

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rivos' recent funding round of over $250M provides substantial capital for R&D and market expansion.
  • The company's focus on RISC-V technology allows for cost-effective and highly customizable server solutions, appealing to enterprise clients with specific needs.
  • Rivos' entry into the AI and data analytics markets offers significant growth potential and the opportunity to undercut established players like Nvidia.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the server and AI chip markets is intense, with established giants like Nvidia posing significant challenges.
  • Rivos' reliance on the relatively new and evolving RISC-V architecture may present integration and adoption hurdles for potential clients.

What makes Rivos unique

  • Rivos leverages the open-source RISC-V architecture, offering flexibility and customization that proprietary solutions lack.
  • The company's focus on high-performance, power-efficient, and secure server solutions specifically tailored for enterprise clients sets it apart from more generalized competitors.
  • Rivos' significant funding, including over $250M raised, positions it to aggressively innovate and compete in the AI and data analytics markets.