Sr. Principal Solutions Engineer - Data Center

Supermicro • San Jose, CA

104d • $213,000 - $235,000

About The Position

Supermicro IT team is seeking a results-driven Sr. Principal Solutions Engineer - Data Center to lead strategic initiatives across our global data center business infrastructure portfolio. This leader will oversee critical programs including data center sourcing, facility deployment, and infrastructure modernization spanning both liquid-cooled and air-cooled environments optimized for AI workloads. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of GPU-driven data center trends (NVIDIA, AMD, Intel), power and thermal design, and mechanical/electrical infrastructure. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional engineering, operations, and vendor teams to enable next-generation capacity at scale.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in data center program management, infrastructure, or data center development.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (MBA or MS a plus).
• Proven success managing large-scale, cross-disciplinary data center or colocation projects.
• Strong knowledge of high-performance computing (HPC), GPU trends, and AI workload infrastructure needs.
• Expertise in mechanical, electrical, and power infrastructure systems (M&E, PDUs, DLC, UPS, etc.).
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• PMP, PgMP, or related program management certifications (preferred).
• Hands-on engagement with emerging technologies in AI, machine learning, and high-density compute platforms.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end execution of strategic Data Center infrastructure initiatives, including new builds, retrofits, and DLC POC & EBC showcase projects.
• Lead sourcing strategies, site evaluations, and hosting partnership development with global service providers.
• Oversee buildouts of high-density GPU-capable data centers (air and liquid-cooled), with focus on scalability, efficiency, and reliability.
• Monitor trends in GPU platforms, AI infrastructure, and cooling technologies to guide long-term planning and readiness.
• Partner with engineering, facilities, and operations teams to deliver projects aligned with business goals and SLA targets.
• Manage programs involving PDUs, UPS systems, backup power solutions, and mechanical cooling to meet demanding workload requirements.
• Provide structured updates on program milestones, risks, mitigations, and ROI metrics to senior leadership including business value proposition updates.
• Develop and maintain data center standard operating procedures (SOPs), policies, and compliance guidelines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including participation in bonus and equity award programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree