Senior Product Quality Engineer, Server and Storage

Iris Energy; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

IREN is seeking a Senior Product Quality Engineer for CPU server and storage hardware in San Francisco. The role covers quality strategy from NPI to volume production, partnering with OEM/ODM/JDM partners and internal teams to deliver reliable, scalable compute and storage racks.

You will own test methods, acceptance criteria, and KPI governance, driving root-cause analysis and corrective actions to meet cost, quality, and yield targets in a fast-paced AI infrastructure environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in manufacturing, test and product quality for compute or data center hardware.
• Experience with OEM/ODM/JDM partners and supply chain in hardware.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving with data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Own product and manufacturing quality strategy for IREN’s CPU compute servers and storage systems, from NPI through volume production and sustaining.
• Oversee NPI pilot builds, factory assembly, and high‑volume production ramps for compute and storage racks at OEM/ODM/JDM partners, covering server assembly, rack integration, liquid cooling, and system bring‑up.
• Define test methods, quality standards, and rack‑level acceptance criteria for compute and storage racks, and drive continuous improvement with OEM/ODM/JDM partners and component suppliers.
• Lead root cause analysis of server, CPU, memory, storage, and board‑level failures during rack integration, bring‑up, and data center operation using diagnostics, log analysis, and lab equipment, owning the Major Issue List.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions (FACA/CAPA), SPC, AFR, and Cpk‑based process control to reduce defect rates and achieve quality and yield goals. Partner with XFNs on RMA failures failure category managements.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to own compute and storage rack manufacturing and ensure on‑time delivery, cost, quality, and yield targets are met.
• Advance system‑level validation and rack‑level test coverage, including stress, thermal and liquid‑cooling verification, and signal integrity testing, to maximize server and storage reliability and scalability.
• Conduct First Article and Source Inspections on compute and storage assemblies, and maintain production process and quality documentation, BOMs, and engineering changes in PLM tools.
• Establish quality KPIs (First Pass Yield, DPPM, DOA, early‑life failure rates) and governance cadences with partners and suppliers, and report performance to leadership.

Skills

Server hardware knowledge

NPI and manufacturing operations

Diagnostics and fault analysis

Python/SQL/Power BI

Cross-functional collaboration

Automation / test tooling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Python

SQL

PLM

BIOS/BMC/Redfish/IPMI

Job description

Job Type:Full-Time lLocation:San Francisco l Department: AI Infrastructure Supply Chain l Reporting to: Technical Lead Director, Manufacturing and Quality|Work Location Type:#Hybrid
IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, delivering large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s vertically integrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and data centers in renewable-rich regions across the U.S. and Canada.
TheSenior Product Quality Engineer, CPU Server and Storage owns manufacturing and product quality for the CPU compute servers and storage systems in IREN’s AI infrastructure, including x86 and ARM servers and NVMe storage systems. Reporting to the Technical Lead Director, Manufacturing and Quality, this senior individual-contributor role sets quality standards for mass production deployment and serves as the senior escalation point for server and storage hardware failures. The role partners closely with Engineering, Technical Sourcing, Supply Chain Operations, Data Center Operations, and OEM/ODM/JDM manufacturing partners to deliver hardware that meets IREN’s cost, quality, and yield targets at scale.
With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way - responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, test, and product quality for compute, storage, or data center hardware, ideally at a hyperscaler, cloud provider, or AI infrastructure company.
• Knowledge of server and storage hardware technologies (x86/ARM platforms, PCIe, memory, NVMe and RAID storage, power, and thermal) and server firmware and management stacks (BIOS, BMC, Redfish/IPMI) used for diagnostics, configuration control, and fleet health monitoring.
• Proven experience with OEM/ODM/JDM manufacturing partners and component suppliers delivering high-quality CPU servers and storage systems.
• Working expertise with system-level validation and manufacturing test for server and storage hardware, including stress and burn-in, thermal and liquid-cooling verification, signal integrity, and diagnostics.
• Hands‑on experience driving NPI and manufacturing operations, including pilot builds, production ramps, reliability and quality requirements, First Article Inspection, and acceptance criteria for compute and storage racks.
• Strong knowledge of quality methodologies (FACA/CAPA, 8D, FMEA, SPC/Cpk, Six Sigma, reliability testing), PLM-based BOM and change management, and data center spares definition.
• Experience with liquid‑cooled server systems and test automation or quality data analysis tools (Python, SQL, Power BI) preferred.
• Strong problem solving, data analysis, and communication skills, with the ability to operate autonomously and drive root cause and corrective actions across cross‑functional and supplier teams.

Job responsibilities

• Own product and manufacturing quality strategy for IREN’s CPU compute servers and storage systems, from NPI through volume production and sustaining.
• Oversee NPI pilot builds, factory assembly, and high‑volume production ramps for compute and storage racks at OEM/ODM/JDM partners, covering server assembly, rack integration, liquid cooling, and system bring‑up.
• Define test methods, quality standards, and rack‑level acceptance criteria for compute and storage racks, and drive continuous improvement with OEM/ODM/JDM partners and component suppliers.
• Lead root cause analysis of server, CPU, memory, storage, and board‑level failures during rack integration, bring‑up, and data center operation using diagnostics, log analysis, and lab equipment, owning the Major Issue List.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions (FACA/CAPA), SPC, AFR, and Cpk‑based process control to reduce defect rates and achieve quality and yield goals. Partner with XFNs on RMA failures failure category managements.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to own compute and storage rack manufacturing and ensure on‑time delivery, cost, quality, and yield targets are met.
• Advance system‑level validation and rack‑level test coverage, including stress, thermal and liquid‑cooling verification, and signal integrity testing, to maximize server and storage reliability and scalability.
• Conduct First Article and Source Inspections on compute and storage assemblies, and maintain production process and quality documentation, BOMs, and engineering changes in PLM tools.
• Establish quality KPIs (First Pass Yield, DPPM, DOA, early‑life failure rates) and governance cadences with partners and suppliers, and report performance to leadership.

• Own product and manufacturing quality strategy for IREN’s CPU compute servers and storage systems, from NPI through volume production and sustaining.
• Oversee NPI pilot builds, factory assembly, and high‑volume production ramps for compute and storage racks at OEM/ODM/JDM partners, covering server assembly, rack integration, liquid cooling, and system bring‑up.
• Define test methods, quality standards, and rack‑level acceptance criteria for compute and storage racks, and drive continuous improvement with OEM/ODM/JDM partners and component suppliers.
• Lead root cause analysis of server, CPU, memory, storage, and board‑level failures during rack integration, bring‑up, and data center operation using diagnostics, log analysis, and lab equipment, owning the Major Issue List.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions (FACA/CAPA), SPC, AFR, and Cpk‑based process control to reduce defect rates and achieve quality and yield goals. Partner with XFNs on RMA failures failure category managements.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to own compute and storage rack manufacturing and ensure on‑time delivery, cost, quality, and yield targets are met.
• Advance system‑level validation and rack‑level test coverage, including stress, thermal and liquid‑cooling verification, and signal integrity testing, to maximize server and storage reliability and scalability.
• Conduct First Article and Source Inspections on compute and storage assemblies, and maintain production process and quality documentation, BOMs, and engineering changes in PLM tools.
• Establish quality KPIs (First Pass Yield, DPPM, DOA, early‑life failure rates) and governance cadences with partners and suppliers, and report performance to leadership.

Other important requirements

• Pre-employment screening, including background check and substance testing may be required according to company policies.
• Must be able to reliably commute to the assigned office location on scheduled in‑office days under the hybrid work arrangement.
• This role requires willingness to travel domestically and internationally to manufacturing partner, supplier, integration, and data center sites.

The IREN Package

At IREN, we offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes base salary, annual performance incentives, and opportunities to build long‑term wealth through equity programs. These offerings are part of our broader Total Rewards package, thoughtfully designed to support your health, well‑being, and long‑term success.

Compensation

• The expected base salary for this role USD 240,000-$300,000/annum..
  • Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.
• Total Compensation package may be inclusive of annual incentive bonus, equity (long‑term incentive).
• Relocation or Living‑out‑allowance / per diem (as appliable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

Health & Wellness

• 100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) - when combined with the High Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Retirement & Financial Wealth

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Access to financial planning and legal services

Time Off & Leave Programs

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Internal skills training and advancement pathways
• Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training

Community & Culture

• Company events and team‑building activities

IE US Operations Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable legislation.

IE US Operations, Inc. "IREN" participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.