Arista Networks
networking
SeniorHardwareSystemsEngineer–AIRack&ClusterInfrastructure
“Senior Hardware Systems Engineer – AI Rack & Cluster Infrastructure at Arista Networks. Skills: AI Rack & Cluster Infrastructure, rack-scale design and deployment, hyperscale data centers, AI and cloud infrastructure integration, networking, power, cooling integration, high-density GPU environments, last-mile execution for hyperscale deployments, rack layouts and cabling systems design, cross-functional delivery management, deployment standards and technical documentation creation. Lead the desi”
What You'll Achieve.
deliver rack-scale solutions for the world’s largest AI and cloud deployments; ensuring Arista platforms integrate cleanly into large-scale AI and cloud clusters; ensuring performance, scalability, and serviceability; bring clusters from design to reality; NPI and volume deployment
Industry & Context.
Ability to assess and make design tradeoffs; troubleshooting
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8+ years in rack integration, data center engineering, or hardware systems design, including hyperscale or large enterprise deployments, Deep expertise in structured cabling, high-density networking (Ethernet QSFP/OSFP, PCIe), and spine/leaf architectures, Proven experience with rack cooling (liquid interfaces, thermal optimization) and power systems (PDUs, busways), project leadership with NPI experience managing cross-functional deliverables, Proven ability to generate and manage cluster BOMs, rack elevations, and deployment standards under tight timelines, Ability to assess and make design tradeoffs, Excellent technical writing skills for data sheets, briefs, and documentation, troubleshooting and communication abilities, Excellent communication, internal and external stakeholder management, and collaboration skills
Nice to Have
Experience with Arista EOS, hyperscale deployments, or ORv3 rack standards, understanding of computer and cluster exposure to Arista EOS or cloud networking environments is a plus, CAD proficiency (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) and regulatory compliance knowledge, Experience working directly with hyperscalers or large-scale AI/ML cluster deployments, Experience building or specifying automation tools for BOM management, configuration generation, or deployment workflows, Proven ability to manage and work with remote vendors and integration partners, CAD proficiency (e. g. , SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and familiarity with global safety and regulatory requirements for rack systems, Experience with developing or driving standards or multi-source agreements
What You'll Do.
and deployment of next-generation rack architectures optimized for hyperscale data centers
Own rack-scale design and deployment of AI and cloud infrastructure—translating cluster architectures into production-ready rack solutions
into high-density GPU environments
Lead last-mile execution for hyperscale deployments —working directly with customers and internal teams to bring clusters from design to reality
Design and optimize rack layouts and cabling systems
including fiber/copper routing
and high-density interconnects
Drive cross-functional delivery across hardware
and software teams—from concept through NPI and volume deployment
Create deployment standards and technical documentation (rack elevations
solution briefs) used by operators and customers
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaborate with hyperscale customers, strategic partners, and cross-functional teams, including hardware, software, thermal, and manufacturing engineers; working directly with customers and internal teams to bring clusters from design to reality; Drive cross-functional delivery across hardware, thermal, manufacturing, and software teams; internal and external stakeholder management; work with remote vendors and integration partners
Communication Scope
Excellent communication; troubleshooting and communication abilities
Process & Methodology
project leadership with NPI experience managing cross-functional deliverables, manage cluster BOMs, rack elevations, and deployment standards under tight timelines, manage and work with remote vendors and integration partners
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