Failure Analysis Engineer (Mobile and IoT)

Who are we?

Here at Nothing, we're building a world where tech is fun again. Remember a time where every new product made you excited? We're bringing that back. To get there we're gathering the creative and the curious. Those that are passionate enough to question the old and embrace the new. In return, you'll be part of a movement. Contributing to a global ecosystem of products that bring joy to people's lives.

Nothing's debut smartphone, Phone (1), earned Time Magazine’s prestigious Best Inventions for Innovative Smartphone Design award. Through cutting-edge design and user interface innovation, the London-based company is creating an alternative ecosystem of tech products for the young and creative.

In 2023, the company launched Phone (2) to wide acclaim from its community, the media, and design enthusiasts, and in 2024, Nothing launched its CMF Phone 1, and Nothing Phone (2a) Series, with both receiving an overwhelmingly positive reception.

To date, Nothing has sold more than 7 million units worldwide across its product lines, having released five audio products, five smartphones, and two smart wearables under the Nothing and CMF by Nothing brands. The company has amassed a cumulative revenue of $1 billion.

All products are developed in close collaboration with the Nothing Community, which includes over 8,000 private investors and are crafted with sustainability at the forefront.

Nothing is a UK-based privately held company with backing from GV (formerly Google Ventures), EQT Ventures, C Ventures and other private investors including Tony Fadell (Principal at Future Shape & inventor of the iPod), Casey Neistat (YouTube personality and Co-founder of Beme), Kevin Lin (Co-founder of Twitch) and Steve Huffman (Co-founder and CEO of Reddit).

If that sounds like something you'd like to be part of, read on...

What you’ll do: 

• As a Failure Analysis Engineer, you will play a crucial role in identifying and resolving issues related to both mobile devices and IoT solutions. You will be responsible for analyzing failures, defects, and quality issues in these technologies, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. This role involves both long-term and short-term travel to Chennai or other assigned cities for on-site investigations and collaborative efforts.

  Key Responsibilities:

  1. Failure Analysis: Investigate and analyze failures, defects, and quality issues in mobile devices and IoT solutions, including hardware and software components.
  2. Root Cause Analysis: Identify the root causes of failures and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop effective solutions and preventive measures.
  3. On-site Investigations: Conduct on-site investigations in Chennai or other assigned cities to gather critical data, perform hands-on testing, and work closely with local teams and partners.
  4. Data Collection: Collect and document comprehensive data, including test results, failure patterns, and other relevant information, to support analysis and reporting.
  5. Reporting: Prepare detailed reports summarizing findings, root causes, and recommended actions to address identified issues for both mobile and IoT technologies.
  6. Collaboration: Collaborate with design, engineering, and quality assurance teams to ensure continuous improvement in product quality and reliability for both mobile and IoT solutions.
  7. Documentation: Maintain accurate records of analysis results, investigations, and solutions for future reference.
  8. Travel: Be willing to travel on short-term assignments to Chennai or other assigned cities, as required for specific projects.

What we are looking for: