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Sr Principal Infrastructure Systems Architect – Data Center Infrastructure

Austin, TX, US🌐 Remote💼 Full-time💰 $164,200–$164,200🗓 2026-07-30 → 2026-09-26

Core

Design and architect end-to-end data center infrastructure solutions, focusing on power distribution, cooling systems (including liquid cooling), and thermal optimization to support global data center operational needs.

Role type

Senior Principal Systems Architect (Data Center Infrastructure)

Builds

Scalable, robust, and efficient power and cooling infrastructure products for new and existing data center clients.

Domain

Data Center Infrastructure / Power & Cooling Systems / Thermal Management

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Data center infrastructure engineering, electrical distribution systems, mechanical systems, liquid cooling technologies, thermal and electrical performance analysis, CAD modeling, vendor selection, project lifecycle management, industry standards compliance (ASHRAE, ANSI/EIA)

Preferred skills

CFD modeling, thermal simulations, energy modeling tools, enterprise-scale solution design, cloud platform familiarity, Professional Engineering (PE) license, project management certification

Technologies

UPS, PDUs, switchgear, busway, CDU's, Fluid Networks, CRAC/CRAH, chillers, cooling towers, direct-to-chip cooling, immersion cooling, Coolant Distribution Units, pumps, valves, fittings, thermal interface materials

Responsibilities

Shape customer requirements and influence solution development; evaluate emerging technologies in power and cooling; develop manufacturable scalable solutions; analyze thermal and electrical data to optimize efficiency; design custom IT racks with integrated liquid cooling; participate in projects from RFP to mass production; create CAD models and technical drawings; support installation and troubleshooting; develop infrastructure standards documentation; lead hardware/software/networking technology selection; mentor less experienced engineers.

Seniority

Senior Principal, hands-on IC with strategy & mentorship

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