Investigations Engineer - Hardware/Software IP

Boston, New York City, Washington D.C., San FranciscoPosted 13 days ago

Role Overview

Keystone is hiring a entry-level Investigations Engineer - Hardware/Software IP. This is a contract role in Boston, New York City, Washington D.C., San Francisco. Part of Keystone's Embedded hiring, posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Keystone is a premier economics, technology, and strategy consulting firm built to help companies lead through transformation. As breakthrough innovations reshape industries, redefine competition and change our society, complex and highly competitive ecosystems emerge. Keystone advises technology leaders, Fortune 100 companies, their legal counsel, and governments on business, economic, litigation, and regulatory strategy in relation to these innovations and competitive eco-systems. We operate globally from offices in New York City, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, London, Dubai, and Washington, D.C.

About the Hardware Investigations Engineer Role

You will collaborate with lawyers, academics, and technology leaders to analyze the functionality of complex technical systems - Including source code, hardware designs, and circuitry, in the context of high-stakes legal and business matters such as patent litigation, trade secret disputes, and mergers and acquisitions. This role offers the opportunity to investigate the inner workings of products developed by the world’s leading technology companies, spanning semiconductors, analog and digital electronics, power systems, signal processing, embedded systems, and more.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze hardware and software systems and present summary findings to clients
Assess the originality, similarity, and differences between multiple hardware and software systems
Reverse engineer software applications and review semiconductor teardown reports to analyze key features and functionalities
Evaluate the complexity and value of software and hardware developed
Draft documents describing the functionality and behavior of hardware and software systems against legal claims
Develop and productize tools to make analyses more efficient and scalable

What You’ll Bring

3-5 years of experience working as a hardware consultant, circuit design engineer, or electrical/software engineer
Skilled in a variety of programming languages, hardware description languages, databases, and embedded system platforms, such as: Java, C++, C, C#, Python, PHP, SQL, MySQL, VHDL, Verilog, and FPGA.
Deep understanding of fundamental concepts in electrical engineering, such as: circuit design and analysis, semiconductor fabrication processes, analog and digital electronics, power systems, signal processing, embedded systems, PCB design, and hardware-software integration
Deep understanding of fundamental concepts in computer science, such as: data structures, architecture design, programming paradigms (object-oriented, functional, declarative), algorithms, distributed computing, concurrency, computational complexity, database systems, networking, compilers
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Capacity to work in fast-paced, high-stakes environment
The passion to learn, grow, and help us to improve our business
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Materials Science; Master’s is a plus

In addition to annual salary, we provide annual 401k contributions and competitive benefits package. Actual Compensation within the range will depend upon the level the individual is hired into based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.

Annual Salary Range

$135,000—$186,000 USD

At Keystone we believe diversity matters. At every level of our firm, we seek to advance and promote diversity, foster an inclusive culture, and ensure our colleagues have a deep sense of respect and belonging. If you are interested in growing your career with colleagues from varied backgrounds and cultures, consider Keystone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Investigations Engineer - Hardware/Software IP position at Keystone?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Keystone. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Investigations Engineer - Hardware/Software IP position at Keystone located?

This position is based in Boston, New York City, Washington D.C., San Francisco. Keystone has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Investigations Engineer - Hardware/Software IP at Keystone earn?

Keystone has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Investigations Engineer - Hardware/Software IP role at Keystone posted?

This role was posted on June 29, 2026 (13 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Is the Investigations Engineer - Hardware/Software IP role at Keystone entry-level?

Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Keystone has listed.

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