> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1453714-hardware-engineering-architect-remote](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1453714-hardware-engineering-architect-remote). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Hardware Engineering Architect- Remote - **Company:** Jabil Circuit, Inc. - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Engineering, Data Centers, Electronic Design Automation, Firmware, Software Requirements Analysis, AI Platforms - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gjm8vb ## About the Role + Ability to research and explore unfamiliar technologies and concepts with an eye towards feasibility. + Familiarity with the Intel, AMD, Nvidia or ARM CPU/GPU architectures. Specifically, an understanding of how to optimize performance, IO, thermals, real-estate and/or power. Direct experience with at least some of the above is preferred. + Familiarity with PCB board materials and construction techniques. Specifically, an understanding of trade-offs and optimizations around insertion loss, via construction, stack-ups and sizing of power planes and shapes. + High-level understanding of voltage regulators related to types of VR architectures, trade-offs, efficiency, thermals, and critical VR components. + Ability to use industry standard ECAD tools to review layouts and schematics is required. + Fluency in the mechanical, firmware, software and thermal domain. Specifically, an understanding of basics nomenclature, concepts and tools used by your architectural teammates. Desired Traits & Skills + Strategic thinker with system-level ownership mindset + Familiarity with system-level architecture + Strong leadership and cross-functional coordination skills + Comfortable working in fast-paced, cross-functional, global teams + Proactive, self-driven, with high adaptability + Clear technical communicator, able to present trade-offs and justify proposals + Capable of NRE estimation and abstract requirement hardening + Fluent in English; able to work with global teams and customers Education & Experience Requirements + Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred) + 15+ years of experience in data center system/server architecture + Demonstrated experience leading concept-phase architecture for AI/server products, BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver's license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Hardware Engineering Architect for Server/AI Products to lead architecture concept work during the early design phase. This role focuses on translating customer use cases and technical trends into viable, scalable server architectures to support RFQ/RFI and new business engagements. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders (e.g., CTO, BU, Marketing) to define system-level strategy, high-level configurations, and functional requirements for next-generation server/AI platforms. ** This role can be Remote/Hybrid., + Lead system-level architecture planning for Server/AI platforms, including product configuration definition, functional partitioning, and mechanical/thermal/power/cooling feasibility alignment. + Drive the definition of system requirements, interface specifications, and early configuration options (e.g., GPU, accelerator, storage, and compute servers). + Conduct architectural trade-off analysis balancing performance, cost, power, scalability, and manufacturability. + Collaborate with EE, thermal, mechanical, BMC, and firmware architects to form a complete product-level concept package. + Work with Architecture and BU teams to evaluate RFQ/RFI requirements and generate competitive architecture proposals. + Define and propose system topologies, mechanical footprints, airflow design, I/O mappings, and cabling options. + Interface with customers and internal stakeholders to align design intent and value proposition during the concept phase. + Present and document concept proposals that include block diagrams, design strategy, trade-off summary, and risk evaluation. + Drive internal and customer-facing design reviews for architecture alignment and requirement sign-off ## Related Videos - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [This App Reached 10,000 Users in One Week. 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