Sr. Power Supply Engineer (27443)

Super Micro Computer, Inc. • San Jose, CA

55d • $154,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Why This Role Matters Server power supplies are a cornerstone of data center reliability and efficiency. As data center demands grow for higher performance and energy efficiency, this role ensures Supermicro delivers advanced power supply solutions that meet rigorous quality and performance standards. Your leadership and technical expertise will directly impact Supermicro's ability to scale innovation and maintain its competitive edge in the server solutions market.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in switching mode power supply design, ideally with OCP ORV3 Power Shelf or ORV3 PSU design experience.
• Expertise in Totem Pole PFC development.
• Hands-on experience with Battery Backup Unit (BBU) design, including battery charger and high-power/high-density DC/DC converters.
• Strong knowledge of high-power brick DC/DC converter development.
• Proficiency in control loop design, ensuring compliance with loop gain/phase margin requirements.
• Magnetic design expertise, including transformer and inductor design.
• Familiarity with power management communication protocols such as PMBus and I2C.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AC input 3-phase PFC development (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-power, high-efficiency, and high-density AC/DC power supplies.
• Create and optimize high-efficiency, high-density DC/DC converters.
• Develop and validate power shelves and rack power test systems.
• Lead design reviews for new projects, ensuring robust and scalable designs.
• Drive performance and quality improvements for existing projects.
• Conduct second-source qualification and implementation processes.
• Analyze and resolve power supply system issues, including RMA failure root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and assist product managers as needed throughout product development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees