Lab Technican

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.

If this is the role you have been looking for and you want to be part of a growing Company, with an exciting future then we would really love to hear from you. Together We Kandou It!

Visit us at www.kandou.ai and https://www.linkedin.com/company/kandou-ai/