Senior Principal Infrastructure Systems Architect – Data Center Infrastructure

Jobtailor

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Austin, TX seeks a Senior Data Center Infrastructure Engineer to lead scalable, energy-efficient IT infrastructure design and deployment. Emphasis on liquid cooling, power distribution, and CAD-driven architectures with cross-functional teams.

You will evaluate technologies, mentor engineers, develop documentation, manage vendor selection, and ensure ASHRAE/compliance to deliver reliable data center solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Thermal Engineering.
8+ years of experience in data center infrastructure engineering.
Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems (UPS, PDUs, switchgear, busway).
Strong understanding of mechanical systems (CDU’s, Fluid Networks, CRAC/CRAH, chillers, cooling towers).
Experience with liquid cooling technologies (direct-to-chip, immersion).
Knowledge of sustainability practices and energy efficiency metrics (PUE, WUE).
Experience with containerization technologies.
Knowledge of data center energy efficiency and sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

Provide early-stage customer engagement to shape requirements and improve win probability.
Evaluate technologies and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Collaborate to develop scalable power and cooling solutions for data centers.
Work with product and hardware teams to align infrastructure with compute/storage needs.
Analyze performance data to optimize energy efficiency and reliability.
Design and install custom IT racks with liquid cooling systems.
Participate in projects from RFP to mass production, including vendor selection.
Create CAD models, technical drawings, and BOMs for manufacturing.
Develop and maintain infrastructure standards and operating procedures.
Mentor engineers and lead cross-functional collaboration.
Lead evaluation and selection of hardware, software, and networking technologies.
Produce architecture documentation and implementation plans.
Ensure designs meet performance, scalability, availability, and disaster recovery.
Stay current with emerging technologies.

Skills

Data Center Infrastructure Engineering

Liquid Cooling Technologies

Electrical Distribution Systems

Mechanical Systems

Energy Efficiency Metrics

CAD Modeling

Technical Documentation

Root Cause Analysis

Project Lifecycle Management

Containerization Technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Thermal Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Cooling Plates

Coolant Distribution Units

Thermal Interface Materials

UPS

PDUs

Chillers

Cooling Towers

Job description

Provide early-stage customer and opportunity engagement support to shape requirements, influence solution development and improve win probability
Evaluate emerging technologies in power distribution, battery systems, HVAC, and liquid cooling and ensure compliance with industry standards (ASHRAE, ANSI/EIA, etc.)
Collaborate to develop manufacturable scalable power and cooling solutions for new and existing data center clients
Work together with product and hardware teams to align infrastructure capabilities with evolving compute and storage requirements
Analyze thermal and electrical performance data to optimize energy efficiency and system reliability
Join forces with multiple teams to design custom IT racks with integrated liquid cooling systems (direct-to-chip, rear-door heat exchangers, or immersion)
Participate in infrastructure projects from RFP through mass production, including vendor selection, testing, and commissioning
Create CAD models, technical drawings, and BOMs for manufacturing and assembly
Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of deployed systems
Develop and maintain documentation for infrastructure standards, best practices, and operational procedures
Support root cause analysis and remediation of infrastructure-related incidents
Design and architect end-to-end data center infrastructure solutions that meet business and technical requirements
Lead the evaluation and selection of hardware, software, and networking technologies
Develop high-level and detailed infrastructure architecture documentation, including diagrams, specifications, and implementation plans
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, system administrators, cloud architects, and security teams to ensure system compatibility and performance
Ensure infrastructure designs align with best practices for performance, scalability, availability, and disaster recovery
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation
Ensure system compatibility and integration for liquid cooling systems for high-performance applications
Evaluate and select appropriate components such as cooling plates, Coolant Distribution Units, pumps, valves, fittings, and thermal interface materials
Work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution
Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Thermal Engineering
8+ years of experience in data center infrastructure engineering
Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems (UPS, PDUs, switchgear, busway)
Strong understanding of mechanical systems (CDU’s, Fluid Networks, CRAC/CRAH, chillers, cooling towers)
Experience with liquid cooling technologies (direct-to-chip, immersion)
Knowledge of sustainability practices and energy efficiency metrics (PUE, WUE)
Experience with containerization technologies
Knowledge of data center energy efficiency and sustainability practices
Understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements
Proficient in reading, analyzing, and interpreting general business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations
Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries
Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices
Comfortable working as part of a global team
Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
Familiar with stage-gate processes in project lifecycle management (PLCM)
Able to mentor less experienced engineers

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in designing and architecting data center infrastructure solutions, with a strong focus on energy efficiency, compliance, and innovative cooling technologies. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system compatibility and successful project execution.

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