Infineon Technologies · 1 day ago
Principal Systems Engineer — AI Data Center Power
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$173K/yr - $238K/yr
10+ years expInfineon Technologies is a global leader in semiconductor solutions focused on power systems and IoT. They are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to lead the technical and strategic definition of next-generation power management solutions for high-density AI data centers, influencing product development and standards in the industry.
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Responsibilities
Shape Strategy: As the primary bridge between market needs and internal execution. Influence stakeholders across Product Lines, Business Lines, and corporate functions to secure R&D prioritization, capital allocation, and alignment for AI-focused roadmaps. Engage system architects at hyperscalers to shape their power delivery implementations
Architect Systems & Product Definition: Anticipate the evolution of rack bus architectures, including Vertical Power Delivery (VPD). Drive the integration of wide-bandgap materials (GaN/SiC) to meet the extreme transient requirements of generative AI workloads. Influence cross divisional roadmaps for Digital controllers, drivers, Aux power ICs, HotSwaps, Efuses, POLs, IBC modules and FETs (GaN, Si, SiC)
Turn Innovation into value: Ensure products directly address customer pain points—reducing data center energy use, improving rack reliability—while meeting revenue and schedule goals
Drive the Ecosystem: Influence standards and architectures through bodies such as the Open Compute Project (OCP) to align the industry with our technology roadmap
Define the Next Generation: Co-develop specifications for IBCs and Hot-swap solutions that match the rising power demands of future AI accelerators. Partner with hyperscale cloud providers to translate hardware roadmaps into scalable DC/DC topologies and system solutions. Prioritize reference designs with the highest ROI
Set the Vision: Lead the transition from 48V to 400V/800V HVDC distribution. Develop strategies for IBCs to handle higher input voltages safely and efficiently, and shape the semiconductor technologies and packages required to execute
Qualification
Required
PhD in Electrical Engineering (Power Electronics focus)
10+ years in the semiconductor industry with a proven track record launching high-volume power products
Strong on-site presence at customer locations; conduct deep technical reviews that build long-term trust
Customer-first orientation focused on solving real pain points, not just selling silicon
Executive presence; comfortable presenting to Division VPs and CTOs at major cloud providers
Expert knowledge of isolated and non-isolated DC/DC topologies and Hot-swap controller design
Deep understanding of PDN impedance and thermal management in liquid-cooled environments
Proficiency in schematic/PCB design; hands-on bring-up, system debug, and lab validation
Clear understanding of hardware/firmware/software interactions in system design
Ability to create, review, and approve engineering requirements specifications
Capability to model and characterize power systems and components
Demonstrated ability to balance cost/performance trade-offs and present compelling business cases for new investments
Preferred
Experience with 800V HVDC distribution and emerging high-voltage data center safety standards
Strong commercial mindset; ability to identify blue-ocean opportunities where innovation meets unmet market needs
Knowledge of AI accelerator power profiles to guide application-specific power ICs
Benefits
All employees will be eligible to participate in an incentive plan
Company
Infineon Technologies
Infineon Technologies offers semiconductor solutions, microcontrollers, LED drivers, sensors and Automotive & Power Management ICs.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.55BKey Investors
European Commission
2025-02-20Grant· $966.23M
2025-02-07Post Ipo Debt· $779.85M
2025-02-04Post Ipo Debt· $2.07B
Leadership Team
Sven Schneider
Chief Financial Officer and Member of the Executive Board
Bodo Ischebeck
Vice President Cross Divisional Portfolio Management
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