Senior Systems Architect, High-Speed Interconnects

Amphenol Corporation

Yocumtown (PA)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 195,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Amphenol Corporation seeks a Systems Architect in Valley Green, PA to lead architectural design and strategic direction for high-speed backplane connectors across multiple customer programs. You will translate system requirements into connector architectures and shape the product roadmap with cross-functional teams.

The role requires deep expertise in signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and mechanical integration, with strong communication and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required.
Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) is highly desirable.
Minimum of 10 years relevant hardware and interconnect experience in IT/Datacom.

Responsibilities

Lead architectural design and technical strategy for customer solutions involving high speed backplane connector portfolio (board-to-board, hybrid, and related topologies).
Serve as the technical face of HSBP for strategic customers, translating system-level requirements into connector architecture direction.
Guide the HSBP product roadmap with SI engineering, mechanical design, and product management, aligning with emerging standards (IEEE 802.3dj, OIF CEI-112G/224G).
Prepare and deliver high-level technical presentations to key stakeholders, including customer executives and internal leadership.
Provide advanced technical support and rapid response on complex backplane interconnect problems.
Devise and communicate differentiation strategy for HSBP products versus competitors.
Partner with other business units to ensure a consistent systems-level narrative across Amphenol's interconnect portfolio.
Some travel required.