> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3109960-senior-principal-solution-architect-thermal-system](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3109960-senior-principal-solution-architect-thermal-system). 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). --- # Senior Principal, Solution Architect - Thermal system - **Company:** Schneider Llp - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $168,800.0 - $253,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Centers, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Architecture, AI Infrastructure - **Published:** September 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59893461-senior-principal-solution-architect-thermal-system ## About the Role This senior technical leadership role requires an innovative, structured and autonomous systems thinker who combines deep thermal engineering expertise with customer-facing architecture experience and the ability to shape future solutions across organizational boundaries., * 8+ years of experience in data center thermal infrastructure, critical facilities, HVAC, liquid cooling, mechanical systems engineering, system development or solution architecture. * 5+ years in customer-facing technical roles, including architecture workshops, design reviews or technical decision forums. * Experience developing data center architectures or reference designs and leading multidisciplinary technical workstreams. * Strong knowledge of liquid-cooling systems and integration across server, rack, cooling and facility infrastructure. * Ability to model systems, evaluate trade-offs, define requirements and interfaces, and guide verification and validation. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, project leadership and communication skills. * Ability to collaborate effectively across cultures, functions and management levels., * Master's degree in Mechanical, Thermal, Energy, Chemical Engineering or related discipline. Equivalent advanced experience may be considered. * System architecture certification or demonstrated methodology experience. SESAM Level 1 or 2 preferred for internal candidates. * Experience with data center standards, thermal simulation, controls, water systems, reliability or sustainability preferred. * Experience advancing technologies from exploration through qualification, reference design or portfolio incubation is an advantage. Leadership attributes * Entrepreneurial, creative and accountable, with urgency and ownership. * Willing to challenge the status quo and recommend pragmatic alternatives. * Customer and results oriented, collaborative and inclusive. * Comfortable making recommendations under uncertainty while documenting assumptions, risks and evidence. * Committed to continuous learning as AI infrastructure and thermal technologies evolve. Language * Professional English fluency required; additional languages are an advantage. ## Description Schneider Electric is seeking an experienced Thermal System Solution Architect to define and advance end-to-end thermal architectures for high-density AI factories and data centers. This role translates compute roadmaps, deployment constraints, sustainability objectives and customer operating models into scalable, resilient and efficient cooling solutions, spanning chip and rack heat capture through facility heat transport, heat rejection and heat reuse. Success factors * Translate ambiguous market signals and customer needs into clear system requirements, architecture decisions and actionable recommendations. * Connect IT, mechanical, electrical, controls, sustainability and operational perspectives to optimize the complete system. * Communicate complex thermal concepts effectively to executives, customers, sales teams and technical experts. * Build trust with customers and partners through active listening, technical credibility and solution-focused engagement. * Challenge assumptions constructively while maintaining speed, engineering rigor and documentation. * Influence across a global matrix and mobilize subject-matter experts to deliver results., * Translate ambiguous market signals and customer needs into clear system requirements, architecture decisions and actionable recommendations. * Connect IT, mechanical, electrical, controls, sustainability and operational perspectives to optimize the complete system. * Communicate complex thermal concepts effectively to executives, customers, sales teams and technical experts. * Build trust with customers and partners through active listening, technical credibility and solution-focused engagement. * Challenge assumptions constructively while maintaining speed, engineering rigor and documentation. * Influence across a global matrix and mobilize subject-matter experts to deliver results. ## Related Videos - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [The QUEST for Better Software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/721-the-quest-for-better-software) - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [How to build a sovereign European AI compute infrastructure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1102-how-to-build-a-sovereign-european-ai-compute-infrastructure) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence)