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Senior Staff Systems Engineer

ZT Systems
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2026

 

 

 

Are you ready for a change? At ZT Systems, we put People First, and from day one our team members make a difference. A fast-growing key player in a multibillion-dollar market, ZT designs and builds hyperscale compute and storage solutions for the world’s largest datacenter customers. We are passionate about teamwork, and the consistent high quality of our solutions differentiates us in the minds of our customers. Here at ZT, we recognize hard work, commitment, leadership, and results, and we truly believe that behind every quality solution is a team of highly talented individuals. Join us and become part of an industry-leading team that transforms ideas into reality.

About the Role
The Senior Staff Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of new server platforms from concept to launch. Your team will design, define and implement complex system requirements, determine system specifications, I/O processes and working parameters.

Responsibilities
• Determine system specifications, I/O processes and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility.
• Coordinate the design of subsystems and the integration of the total system.
• Develop overall server and system product configuration.
• Work as part of a cross-functional team to take product from concept through prototype and into production.
• Optimize system performance and resolve performance problems.
• Ensure the manufacturability, reliability and serviceability of designs.

Requirements
• Strong understanding of Intel/AMD x-86 system architecture
• Proficient technical knowledge and expert in Platform execution 


• Understanding of System level server platforms and how each component interacts with the system
• Board level development skills
• Good understanding of hardware and system software interactions, and ability to apply this knowledge to resolve technical issues
• Proactively oriented to seize opportunities and identify potential problems
• Ability to use time, energy and resources in an effective manner to achieve set goals
• Ability to identify the elements of a situation/ability to visualize, articulate, and solve problems
• Collaborative, flexible and adaptable

  • Strong understandnig of BIOS and BMC concepts designs

Minimum Qualifications
• BS in Electrical Engineering and 8 years of direct experience in server platform development.
• MS in Electrical Engineering and 6 years of direct experience in server platform development.

ZT Systems offers a highly competitive salary commensurate with work experience and/or education, an excellent benefits program that includes a 401(k) plan, health and dental insurance, and paid time off. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, gender, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status. ZT Systems is a Drug-Free Workplace.
  

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