Sr. Staff AI & Data Center Systems Engineer

Company Description

At Power Integrations, we develop innovative semiconductor technologies that power energy-efficient solutions used around the world. From consumer electronics and industrial applications to electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and AI infrastructure, our products help customers solve increasingly complex power conversion challenges.

Our technologies make electronic devices and energy systems more efficient worldwide. Employees collaborate with talented engineers, business leaders, and operations teams on products that directly impact our customers and business success.

Motivation for the Role

Power Integrations is seeking a highly motivated Sr. Staff AI & Data Center Systems Engineer to help develop advanced power delivery solutions for next-generation AI and data center applications. As demand for higher-performance computing continues to grow, this role will be instrumental in creating high-density, high-efficiency power architectures that enable the future of AI infrastructure.

This position offers the opportunity to work with leading-edge GaN and silicon technologies while collaborating with world-class engineering teams and customers to solve complex power conversion challenges.

Job Description

In this role, you will contribute to the development of advanced power conversion solutions for AI and data center applications, including AC/DC power supplies, DC/DC converters, intermediate bus converter (IBC) modules, and system protection technologies. You will work closely with product development teams to define system requirements, evaluate new architectures, and create innovative applications utilizing Power Integrations products.

You will also develop reference designs and application platforms that demonstrate performance, efficiency, reliability, and power density for next-generation AI and data center power systems. As a technical leader, you will provide application expertise and support customers in implementing industry-leading power solutions.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop high-frequency power conversion solutions for AI and data center applications using Power Integrations products and technologies.
• Define power architectures and key subsystem requirements for emerging power delivery systems.
• Develop reference designs and application platforms that showcase performance, efficiency, reliability, and power density.
• Provide switching power supply design support and technical guidance for applications utilizing Power Integrations products.
• Collaborate with product development teams and customers to solve complex technical challenges and optimize system performance.
• Perform design validation, testing, troubleshooting, and analysis of high-power switching power supplies.
• Provide advanced application support and technical expertise to customers worldwide.

Skills Required

• Strong expertise in high-density, high-frequency power converter design.
• Thorough understanding of AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion architectures.
• Expert knowledge of high-frequency magnetics design and optimization.
• Experience performing circuit analysis, design calculations, and worst-case analysis.
• Proficiency with design and simulation tools such as MATLAB, SIMPLIS, LTspice, PLECS, and Excel.
• Strong hands-on laboratory skills, including testing and troubleshooting switching power supplies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively across cross-functional engineering teams and customer environments.

Background Desired

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 12+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on experience designing high-density, high-frequency power converters, including server power applications above 3 kW.
• Strong knowledge of power supply topologies, including:
  • Active Power Factor Correction (PFC)
  • LLC Resonant Converters
  • Phase-Shifted Full-Bridge Converters
  • Buck, Boost, Buck-Boost, and Flyback Converters
• Knowledge of industry standards and modern AI and data center power architectures.
• Experience supporting products from concept through production and post-production stages.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing embedded firmware in C/C++ for power supply applications.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as I²C and PMBus.
• Experience using finite element analysis tools such as ANSYS.
• Familiarity with debugging tools and methodologies for embedded power systems.
• Experience designing power conversion products from concept through production release.
• Experience working with server, networking, AI, or hyperscale data center power applications.

Total Rewards Statement

Power Integrations is committed to building teams that drive innovation and therefore review a range of factors when determining compensation. The annual base pay range for this position is $164,000 to $230,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, qualifications, and work location.

The range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Power Integrations also offers eligible employees a comprehensive total rewards package that includes equity, medical benefits, ESPP, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and time-off programs. For additional benefits, please visit: https://www.power.com/company/our-sustainability-priorities/people-our-engine-innovation,