Lab Technician

At Kandou, we are redefining the economics of AI infrastructure. Our current product line includes PCIe and USB Retimers. We are defining new chiplets-based AI fabric solutions built using our innovative, proven Copper MIMO links.

Kandou started their India operations in Q1 of 2026 and has plans to establish a prototyping / validation lab at Hyderabad. To facilitate the engineering team validate the existing and up-coming products, we are actively seeking a Lab Technician based in Hyderabad, India.

Responsibility:

- Will be responsible to oversee maintenance of lab computers, FPGA boards, silicon validation setups and electronic testing & measurement equipment.

- Need to track lab inventory, reconcile on a weekly basis and audit on a quarterly basis with senior management. Maintain detailed softcopy logbooks, manage software licenses, ensure version updates, and keep inventory of all electronic components procured in the lab

- Will need to work independently with low day-to-day supervision and assist users in setting up hardware, debugging circuits, and troubleshooting any platform level issues

- Ensure compliance with safety protocols for electronics handling, manage hazardous materials, and secure the lab environment. Perform other lab related duties as assigned.

- Need to be available all 5 working days of the week and extended hours including weekends during silicon power-on / systems bring-up phase of the projects or as needed.

‪Skills:

- 5+ years’ experience in silicon bring-up / systems labs

- Hardware Troubleshooting: Proficiency in handling oscilloscopes, logic & protocol analyzers and function generators.

- Software Proficiency: Experience with Windows/Linux environments and scripting languages.

- Soldering/Assembly: Perform SMT (Surface Mount Technology) and through-hole soldering to mount components onto PCBs. Replace defective, damaged, or misplaced components using rework stations and soldering irons.

- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across HW, FW and SW teams.

‪Preferred Experience:

- Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and assembly drawings to assemble electronics accurately. Inspect solder joints for quality, ensuring compliance with IPC-A-610 standards.

- Tool Operation: Utilize hand tools including soldering irons, hot air guns, tweezers, and wire strippers apart from standard rework stations.

- ESD Protocols: Adhere strictly to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) safety procedures to protect sensitive electronic components and boards

- Attention to Detail: Meticulous documentation of test data assistance when needed and inventory management

- Must have participated in lab bring up & validation setups enablement and in deployed use

Education

- Bachelor of Tech/Engineering / ITI / Diploma equivalent in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field. Certification in IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 standards will be a plus.