Hardware Engineering Architect- Remote
Core
Lead system-level architecture planning for next-generation Server/AI platforms, translating customer use cases into scalable architectures for RFQ/RFI and new business engagements.
Role type
Senior Hardware Engineering Architect (Server/AI)
Builds
High-level configurations, system topologies, and concept proposals for server/AI platforms
Domain
Data Center / Server Hardware / AI Infrastructure
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
System-level architecture, architectural trade-off analysis, RFQ/RFI evaluation, cross-functional coordination, NRE estimation, ECAD tool usage, mechanical/thermal/power feasibility alignment
Preferred skills
Intel/AMD/Nvidia/ARM CPU/GPU architecture optimization, PCB board materials and construction, voltage regulator (VR) architecture knowledge, mechanical/firmware/software/thermal domain fluency
Technologies
ECAD tools, GPU accelerators, high-performance compute servers
Responsibilities
Lead system-level architecture planning including product configuration and functional partitioning; Drive definition of system requirements and interface specifications; Conduct architectural trade-off analysis balancing performance, cost, power, and scalability; Collaborate with EE, thermal, mechanical, BMC, and firmware architects; Evaluate RFQ/RFI requirements and generate competitive architecture proposals; Define system topologies, mechanical footprints, airflow design, and I/O mappings; Present and document concept proposals with block diagrams and risk evaluation; Drive design reviews for requirement sign-off
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic ownership