Storage & Server System Architect

Company: Celestica Inc.
Location: San Jose
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Storage & Server System ArchitectLocation: San Jose, CA, USThis position is for a Storage and Server System Architect. As system architect, one will define the next generation architecture of the Storage/Server systems, lead new technology research, study market trends, be our customers' interface, and lead Celestica's design team in the Storage/Server space. Although the position is primarily hardware-based, the candidate must interface with software/firmware, mechanical, thermal, layout, SI, and test teams as part of the overall system architecture. Candidates must have strong knowledge in Server design, JBODs, and Storage controllers and subsystems, as well as implementation in Enterprise class systems and Cloud infrastructure. Experience in the implementation of x86 based designs as well as knowledge in Ethernet, FC, SCSI, NVMe, SAS, and PCIe protocols is required. Experience in rack level integration design will be a plus.Detailed Description

• Define Complex Server/Storage/Converged platform solutions and lead a multi-disciplined team through implementation. Ensure that overall design quality metrics are met.
• Develop and maintain close technical relationships with suppliers/partners on product roadmaps and technologies.
• Lead the RFQ technical response teams.
• Act as the primary technical interface between Celestica and our customers.
• Provide technical support to business development teams to assist in winning new business.
• Participate in the selection and hiring of design team resources as required.
• Identify and champion process improvement efforts as needed.
• Participate in standards committees and industry groups as assigned.
• Prepare and present technical presentations to customers, industry groups, tradeshows, etc.
• Maintain current knowledge on industry trends and future technology and market opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Successful experience architecting and delivering server/storage/converged products to market.
• Excellent customer presentation skills. Interface and interact with large OEM customers on ongoing product-related issues and new product design concepts.
• A broad knowledge of current digital and analogue components.
• Extensive knowledge of system level power, cooling, mechanical, SW/FW, and electrical design integration and engineering trade-offs.
• Experience working with Asian based design teams is desired.
• 5 years' experience as a direct line functional manager is desired.
• Prior participation in industry groups and associations is desired.
• System level integration, interoperability, and test experience is desired.
• System level manufacturing test experience is desired.Personal AttributesThe successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual capable of working with a minimum of supervision in a dynamic team environment. Good interpersonal skills: able to communicate effectively with members of other teams, departments, and clients; a high degree of liaison is needed.Typical Experience--- Minimum of 12 years server/storage hardware design experience.--- Minimum of 5 years of server/storage experience at the system level.Typical Education
  • BS in Electrical Engineering required; MSEE preferred.Travel
    • International travel required, approximately 4-6 trips per year.
    • Domestic travel to support customer and internal meetings as required.$166,000 - 220,000 USD/yearThe salary range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company and may change based on several factors, including but not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience, or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate.NotesThis job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.COMPANY OVERVIEW:Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world's best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment, and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform, and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development - from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, we imagine, develop, and deliver a better future with our customers.Celestica would like to thank all applicants; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
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