Sr Principal Infrastructure Systems Architect - Data Center Infrastructure

jabil; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil is seeking a Senior Principal Systems Architect to drive data center infrastructure design, power and cooling solutions, and collaborate with product, hardware and security teams. You will shape requirements, evaluate emerging technologies, and guide global delivery from RFP through mass production.

The role requires 8+ years in data center infrastructure, strong knowledge of electrical and cooling systems, and ability to work with cross-functional teams in a remote/Austin-based setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Thermal Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of data center infrastructure experience in IT, power and cooling.
• Strong knowledge of UPS, PDUs, switchgear and CDU/chilled water systems.

Responsibilities

• Define and architect end-to-end data center infrastructure solutions.
• Lead evaluation and selection of hardware, software and networking tech.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align infrastructure with compute needs.
• Develop high-level and detailed architecture diagrams and plans.
• Create CAD models, drawings and BOMs for manufacturing and assembly.
• Support installation, commissioning and troubleshooting of deployed systems.

Skills

Power distribution

Thermal engineering

Data center design

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Thermal Engineering

Tools

CAD software

BOM creation

Simulation tools

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

How will you make an impact?

Jabil is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems / Product Infrastructure Engineer to join our Data Center Infrastructure (DCI) Engineering team. This individual will contribute to the technical roadmap for Jabil, identify product solutions for customers, and guide Jabil functional teams to execute to project strategy. Additionally, this role focuses on the design collaboration, implementation, and optimization of power and cooling infrastructure, from grid to chip, to support our customers global data center operational needs. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure infrastructure products are scalable, robust, efficient, and dependable.

Job Title: Senior Principal Systems Architect

Organization : Data Center Infrastructure (DCI) Team

Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX

*Requires 20-30% domestic and/or international travel (rare), depending on business needs

What will you do?

• 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) integrating sensors, flow meters, and leak detection systems into rack designs.
• 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
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

How will you get here?

Education :

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Thermal Engineering is required.

Experience :

• 8+ years of experience in data center infrastructure engineering, with a focus on IT, power and/or cooling system technologies.
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems (UPS, PDUs, switchgear, busway) and mechanical systems (CDU's, Fluid Networks, CRAC/CRAH, chillers, cooling towers)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• 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, techni