International Graduate Program – System Application Engineer for AI Power

Infineon Technologies; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies seeks a System Application Engineer IGP for its International Graduate Program in San Jose, CA. You will rotate through three assignments across the US and Asia, gaining hands-on experience in high-efficiency DC/DC power solutions for AI servers while being a permanent employee from day one.

The role emphasizes power electronics design, closed-loop control, and collaboration within global teams, with a path to full-time placement at Infineon’s Silicon Valley headquarters.

Qualifications

• Recent Graduate (0-1 years) with a Masters or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with focus on power electronics preferred
• Power electronics fundamentals for data center and telecom applications
• Hands-on experience with closed-loop control of power converters using digital controllers and real-time platforms

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize high-efficiency DC/DC power solutions for AI servers.
• Validate designs through modeling, simulation, and testing.
• Contribute to power delivery system integration across multiple assignments.

Skills

Power electronics

Closed-loop control

Digital controllers

Real-time platforms

Communication

English fluency

US work eligibility

Education

Masters or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Job description

#WeAreIn to create tiny chips and big careers. We are in the rapid changing semiconductor industry driven by AI. From creating tiny chips to developing intelligent AI server power delivery system, ambition makes the difference for an engineering talent.

Join Infineon’s International Graduate Program (IGP) and fast-track your development in just 18 months. You’ll rotate through three assignments in different departments, including one abroad, gaining hands‑on experience, global exposure, and a deep understanding of our business. From day one, you’re a permanent employee working on meaningful projects, growing your network, and discovering where you can shine.

As part of Infineon's International Graduate Program, you'll rotate through impactful roles, collaborate with global teams, and develop the skills to shape the Infineon of tomorrow. Start your journey to a career where your ambition meets endless possibilities.

As a System Application Engineer IGP, you will focus on the optimal design of efficient, intelligent, reliable system power delivery solutions for DC powered AI server IT rack. This position is a part of dedicated engineering talent development program with 3 assignments in US and Asia region.

Are you ready for the challenge?

As a System Application Engineer IGP, you will focus on the optimal design of efficient, intelligent, reliable system power delivery solutions for DC powered AI server IT rack. This position is a part of dedicated engineering talent development program with 3 assignments in US and Asia region.

Your role

Key responsibilities in your new role

• Assignment 1 (Duration: 6 months; location: San Jose, CA, USA): Optimal design of High efficiency 800V to 50V/12V/6V DC/DC power solutions for future AI servers. Detail work include design analysis, simulation and testing of HV intermediate bus converters
• Assignment 2 (Duration: 6 months; location: EL Segundo, CA, USA): Solution implementation of comprehensive hot swap solutions with fault tolerance and black box features for reliable power delivery of IT rack. Detail work include the design, validation and documentation of Intelligent hotswap demos with built‑in black box features.
• Assignment 3 (Duration: 6 month; Location: Taipei, Taiwan): Deep‑dive study of system integration of power delivery building blocks and Dynamic power management of DC powered IT rack. Detail work include power tree analysis, power redundance analysis, system level power management analysis. Engineering work in our Taipei office and technical support to ODMs with US OEMs will included in this assignment.
• Final Placement: Upon the completion of International assignments, the position will be converted to a full‑time employee in Infineon’s silicon valley headquarters in San Jose, CA

You are curious across many topics and proactively seek opportunities rather than waiting; you thrive on change and apply pragmatic, analytical thinking instead of standing still. You draw energy from teamwork, collaborate on the big picture, and confidently lead to drive results with your expertise.

Your profile

Qualifications And Skills To Help You Succeed

• Education: Recent Graduate (0-1 years) with a Masters or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with focus on power electronics preferred
• Power Experience: Solid foundation in design, modeling, and validation of power converters for data center and telecom applications
• Control Skills: Hands‑on experience with closed‑loop control of power converters using digital controllers and real‑time platforms
• Soft Skills: Thrives in agile environments with strong collaboration, communication, and adaptability
• Language: Fluent written and spoken English
• US citizen or green card holder: This position requires a valid U.S. passport and the ability to travel and work internationally

Additional Information

Infineon Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.

Employment at Infineon is contingent upon proof of your legal right to work in the United States under applicable law, verification of satisfactory references, successful completion of a background check and drug test, and signing all your on‑boarding documents.

In some instances, if applicable, U.S. export control laws require that Infineon obtain a U.S. government export license prior to releasing technologies to certain persons. This offer is contingent upon Infineon's ability to satisfy these export control laws as related to your employment and anticipated job activities. The decision whether or not to submit and/or pursue an export license to satisfy this contingency, if applicable, shall be at Infineon's sole discretion.

Infineon Technologies takes data privacy and identity theft very seriously. As such, we do not request personally‑identifiable information (PII) from applicants over the internet or electronically. Please kindly refrain from disclosing your PII electronically during the application process or to unauthorized websites that may purport to be Infineon or any of our affiliates.

Salary pay information

Location: San Jose, CA United States

Wage range that the company expects to pay for a qualified candidate: US$ 120,000 – US$ 150,000

Hourly rate will depend on the highest level of education completed.

#WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization.

As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game‑changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener.

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