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The Rack Systems Architect joins the Data Center team to define and deliver rack-scale compute systems for next-generation data center platforms. This role owns end-to-end rack architecture, translating platform capabilities into scalable, deployment-ready solutions by balancing performance, reliability, and total cost of ownership. Key responsibilities include defining compute topology, networking fabric, power distribution, and rack integration. You will develop OCP-aligned Rack Level Designs, lead rack-level power architecture, and partner with thermal teams on liquid and air cooling. The role requires expertise in high-speed architectures like PCIe, Ethernet, SerDes, and DDR, alongside knowledge of CXL and rack-scale disaggregation. You will author specifications and design documents to ensure systems are production-ready, focusing on the technical challenges of moving silicon into real-world infrastructure environments.
SoC Architecture
Low-power Design
HW/SW Interfaces
Bus Protocols
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I2C
Bluetooth
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Thread
Embedded Systems
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PCB Technologies
Signal Integrity
Operating Systems
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PCB Design
3D Modeling
3D Printing
Oscilloscope
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Electrical Engineering
Computer Engineering
Hardware Control Software
SI Testing
Lab Testing
Scripting
Power Measurements
Mechanical Engineering
Thermal Engineering
Systems Engineering
Data Center Infrastructure
Rack Systems
Product Development
Manufacturing
Product Validation
Risk Mitigation