Senior Cable Backplane Solutions Architect

Amphenol ICC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) is seeking a Solutions Architect to lead architectural design for CBS customer solutions. You will define system-level requirements, ensure high-speed signal integrity, mechanical alignment, and scalability, and develop specs and proof-of-concept models.

The role involves collaborating with OEMs, program managers, and business units, mentoring junior engineers, and traveling 30–50% to customer sites and conferences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in interconnect solutions.
• Experience with modeling tools and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design and technical strategy for customer solutions involving CBS.
• Define system-level requirements, ensuring high-speed signal integrity, mechanical alignment, thermal efficiency, and scalability.
• Develop technical specifications, schematics, and proof-of-concept models for cable backplane.
• Function as the primary point of contact between the cable cartridge manufacturer and the OEM.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide leadership within the CBS front-end engineering team.
• Collaborate with multiple Business Units to ensure seamless integration of CBS products into customer systems.

Skills

Interconnect design

Signal integrity

Presentation skills

Customer relationships

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's or Ph.D. desirable

Tools

Pro E/SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) is seeking a Solutions Architect to lead architectural design for CBS customer solutions. You will define system-level requirements, ensure high-speed signal integrity, mechanical alignment, and scalability, and develop specs and proof-of-concept models.

The role involves collaborating with OEMs, program managers, and business units, mentoring junior engineers, and traveling 30–50% to customer sites and conferences.