Senior Principal Infrastructure Systems Architect – Data Center Infrastructure

Jabil

Senior Principal Systems Architect for Data Center Infrastructure at Jabil. Focused on designing and optimizing power and cooling infrastructure for global data centers with cross-functional collaboration.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $164,200 - $295,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and architecting data center infrastructure solutions, with a strong focus on energy efficiency, compliance, and innovative cooling technologies. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system compatibility and successful project execution.

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Data Center Infrastructure EngineeringLiquid Cooling TechnologiesElectrical Distribution SystemsMechanical SystemsEnergy Efficiency Metrics

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Hard Skills

Data Center Infrastructure EngineeringElectrical Distribution SystemsMechanical SystemsLiquid Cooling TechnologiesEnergy Efficiency MetricsCAD ModelingTechnical DocumentationRoot Cause AnalysisProject Lifecycle ManagementContainerization Technologies

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInfluencing OthersMentoringCollaborationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

CAD SoftwareCooling PlatesCoolant Distribution UnitsThermal Interface MaterialsUPSPDUsChillersCooling Towers

Industry Keywords

ASHRAEANSI/EIASustainability PracticesEnergy EfficiencyCompliance RequirementsThermal EngineeringFluid NetworksCRAC/CRAH

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyCloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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)
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

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Thermal Engineering
8+ years of experience in data center infrastructure engineering
Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems (UPS, PDUs, switchgear, busway)
Strong understanding of mechanical systems (CDU’s, Fluid Networks, CRAC/CRAH, chillers, cooling towers)
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, technical procedures, and government regulations
Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries
Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices
Comfortable working as part of a global team
Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
Familiar with stage-gate processes in project lifecycle management (PLCM)
Able to mentor less experienced engineers

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment
4 weeks of paid parental leave
11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays)
401(k) retirement plan
employee stock purchase plan