Sr. Power Supply Engineer (27443)

Supermicro

San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 154,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in San Jose is seeking a Sr. Power Supply Design Engineer to design and develop high-power AC/DC power supplies. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in power supply design, particularly with expertise in switching mode designs and PFC development. This full-time role emphasizes creating reliable and efficient power solutions to meet data center demands. Competitive salary ranges from $154,000 to $170,000.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in power supply design, ideally OCP ORV3 experience.
  • Expertise in Totem Pole PFC development.
  • Hands-on experience with Battery Backup Unit design.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop high-power AC/DC power supplies.
  • Lead design reviews for new projects.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams during product development.

Skills

Switching mode power supply design
Totem Pole PFC development
Battery Backup Unit design
AC input 3-phase PFC development
High-power brick DC/DC converter development
Control loop design
Magnetic design
PMBus and I2C protocol knowledge

Job description

Sr. Power Supply Design Engineer
About Supermicro

Supermicro® is a top tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for data center, cloud computing, enterprise IT, Hadoop/Big Data, hyperscale, HPC and IoT/embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms.

Job Summary

Design, develop, and validate high‑power, high‑efficiency, high‑density AC/DC power supplies for Supermicro’s advanced server products.

Why This Role Matters

Server power supplies are a cornerstone of data center reliability and efficiency. As data center demands grow for higher performance and energy efficiency, this role ensures Supermicro delivers advanced power supply solutions that meet rigorous quality and performance standards.

Responsibilities
  • Design and develop high‑power, high‑efficiency, high‑density AC/DC power supplies.
  • Create and optimize high‑efficiency, high‑density DC/DC converters.
  • Develop and validate power shelves and rack power test systems.
  • Lead design reviews for new projects, ensuring robust and scalable designs.
  • Drive performance and quality improvements for existing projects.
  • Conduct second‑source qualification and implementation processes.
  • Analyze and resolve power supply system issues, including RMA failure root cause analysis and corrective action.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and assist product managers as needed throughout product development.
Qualifications
  • 8+ years of experience in switching mode power supply design, ideally with OCP ORV3 Power Shelf or ORV3 PSU design experience.
  • Expertise in Totem Pole PFC development.
  • Hands‑on experience with Battery Backup Unit (BBU) design, including battery charger and high‑power/high‑density DC/DC converters.
  • Experience with AC input 3‑phase PFC development (preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of high‑power brick DC/DC converter development.
  • Proficiency in control loop design, ensuring compliance with loop gain/phase margin requirements.
  • Magnetic design expertise, including transformer and inductor design.
  • Familiarity with power management communication protocols such as PMBus and I2C.
Salary Range

$154,000 – $170,000

Senior Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Computer Hardware Manufacturing, Appliances, Electrical, Electronics Manufacturing, Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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