Systems Architect (Hardware)

Sanmina-SCI Systems de México; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 148,125 - 246,875; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive medical coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading technology infrastructure provider is seeking a Systems Architect based in Seattle, WA to design and develop cloud computing and hyperscale server solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of industry experience, with expertise in server architecture, high-speed system designs, and strong client interaction skills. This role offers a competitive salary range of $148,125 to $246,875 annually, alongside a robust benefits package that includes comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of direct industry experience.
• Experience in developing server product architectures.
• Proficiency in server motherboard design and layout optimization.

Responsibilities

• Architect server solutions for the Cloud and Hyperscale industry.
• Develop and drive integration of system level engineering strategies.
• Work directly with clients on custom server designs.

Skills

High-speed design

Signal integrity

Power distribution techniques

x86/ARM/GPU platforms

Server & rack architecture

BMC functionality

Network technologies

Server operating systems

Server virtualization solutions

Software driver implementation

Education

BS in Electrical, CS, or Mechanical Engineering

MS in Electrical, CS or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About The Role

In this position, the Systems Architect will be responsible for architecting Server and Rack level solutions for customers in the Cloud Computing and Hyperscale Industry. The responsibilities for this position include working directly with our customers and core technology suppliers to understand and solve technical problems facing the customer. In addition, the position will include providing technical leadership and guidance to internal Engineering, Management, and Business Teams.

What You Will Do

• Develops long-term hyperscale server technology strategies based on technical and business footprint of the customer.
• Drives internal and external integration of system level engineering strategy.
• Develops long-term technical relationships with the core technology ecosystem. The relationships should create a technical interface, driving customer requirements into next generation designs.
• Identifies and develops differentiation opportunities and drives thought leadership discussions among engineering, customers, business, and management.
• Work directly with customers on concept and development of custom hyperscale server and rack designs.
• Determine how to solve performance/operational problems and deliver business value through ZT hardware.

What You Bring

• Experience with high-speed design, signal integrity issues, power distribution techniques and x86/ARM/GPU platform architectures.
• Experience with implementation of high-speed serial buses and Fabrics (SAS/SATA, PCIe, InfiniBand, Fibre Channel, Ethernet, etc.), high speed Memory Busses (DDR4/DDR5, HBM), and Processor/Accelerator Cache Coherent Links (CXL).
• Knowledge of server & rack architecture, system level design, board level design and overall server management.
• Strong knowledge of the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) functionality, telemetry, and design for Security/RoT.
• Experience with new product development life cycle and driving cross-functional development efforts from concept to planning to development.
• Demonstrated ability to create detailed architecture specifications and drive business cases for new products and features.
• Strong understanding of network technologies and datacenter network topologies.
• Optional: Working knowledge of server operating systems including Windows Server and Linux (CentOS, Ubuntu, Fedora, SUSE).
• Optional: Experience with Server Virtualization Solutions (VMware, Citrix or Hyper‑V).
• Optional: Knowledge of software driver implementation, IP schemas and network protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to discover, learn, and apply new technologies.

Competencies

• Innovates and develops intellectual property.
• Excellent communication, social, commercial and negotiation skills.
• Leadership of feasibility studies of system level concepts.
• Author technical papers, present at industry forums and participate in industry consortiums.
• Drive prototyping or proof of concepts of new technologies.

Education

• BS in Electrical, CS, or Mechanical Engineering
• MS in Electrical, CS or Mechanical Engineering (preferred but not required)

Experience

• 10 + years of direct industry experience
• System Architect – Server design
  • Experience in developing server product architectures and carrying through to production.
  • Experience with server motherboard design
  • Experience with server chassis layout optimization
  • Experience with rack‑level and data‑center design implementation
• System Architect – Power design
  • AC/DC power converter design, System/Rack power budgeting and debug experience
  • Rack and Data Center Level power infrastructure experience
• SW/FW Architect – UEFI FW, BMC FW, OS/Drivers
  • Experience coding for AMI and/or OpenBMC based BMC FW
  • Experience with DMTF Redfish
  • Experience coding for UEFI FW (BIOS)
  • Experience with industry security protocols, Root of Trust, and design for security
  • Experience with Operating Systems and Driver design/usage

ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $148,125 and $246,875 per year. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world‑class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career‑defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.

Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

• Competitive base salary
• Performance‑based annual bonus eligibility
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
• Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work‑Life Balance

• Paid time off (PTO) and company‑paid holidays
• Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

• Structured training programs and on‑the‑job learning opportunities
• Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.