Systems Architect — Lisle, IL at Molex

About the Team

At Molex, we create connections for life by enabling technologies that transform the future and improve lives. With a presence in more than 40 countries, we offer a complete range of connectivity products, services, and solutions across various industries, including data communications, medical, industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics.

Our Datacom and Specialty Solutions (DSS) team specializes in providing signal integrity solutions essential for building reliable communications equipment. We cater to telecommunications, datacom, hyperscalers, cloud, data center, and storage applications, continuing to innovate to meet the demands of next-generation markets.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled System Architect to develop cutting-edge, next-generation hardware systems tailored for high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) workloads. This role demands deep expertise in electrical and mechanical systems, system-level architecture, and high-speed interconnects operating at 112 Gbps-PAM4 and beyond.

In this position, you will provide thought leadership in designing scalable, reliable, and high-performance hardware architectures. You will define system-level requirements across electrical, thermal, and mechanical domains, translating them into robust reference designs. As a subject matter expert, you will collaborate cross-functionally with thermal and mechanical teams to ensure seamless technology integrations while mentoring junior engineers and fostering a culture of technical excellence.

Our Culture & Philosophy

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value, and get rewarded for our individual contributions. At Molex, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products, and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

Hiring Process

For this role, we anticipate paying $150,000 - $200,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. Any compensation range provided is an estimate determined by available market data; the actual amount may be higher or lower considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Brasi's Pizzeria, 5328, Lincoln Avenue, Lisle, DuPage County, Illinois, 60532, United States

Lisle, Illinois

Key Responsibilities

check_circleDesign scalable, reliable, and high-performance hardware architectures for AI and HPC workloads
check_circleDefine system-level requirements across electrical, thermal, and mechanical domains
check_circleArchitect systems optimized for GPU, TPU, and IPU accelerator-based platforms
check_circleManage signaling budgets for ultra-high-speed data paths using SerDes and retimers
check_circleDrive innovation in power delivery, signal integrity, and thermal solutions
check_circleCollaborate cross-functionally with thermal and mechanical teams for technology integration
check_circleMentor junior engineers and promote best practices across engineering teams
check_circleIdentify system bottlenecks and propose optimizations based on industry benchmarking

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
verified10+ years of experience in hardware design and architecture
verifiedProficiency in PCB layout, CAD tools, and electromagnetic simulation (e.g., HFSS)
verifiedExperience with SerDes, retimers, and linear amplifiers at 112 Gbps-PAM4 and higher

Nice to Have

Experience designing and scaling hardware for AI inference and training workloads. Familiarity with advanced packaging technologies. Hands-on experience with switch ICs and AI accelerators (GPU, TPU, IPU).

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleFlexible spending and health savings accountscheck_circleLife insurance and disability coveragecheck_circleRetirement planPaid vacation and time off

Company

Molex

Industry

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Headquarters

Lisle, IL

Open Roles

Molex innovation enables the technology that improves lives and transforms our future. Creating Connections for Life.

Molex is an electronics manufacturing company headquartered in Lisle, IL, specializing in the production of connectivity products, services, and solutions. Operating within the appliances, electrical, and electronics manufacturing industry, the firm enables technologies that facilitate a connected global environment. The organization maintains a significant international footprint with a presence in more than 40 countries, supporting diverse sectors including data communications, medical, industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics. By offering a comprehensive portfolio, Molex assists clients in developing systems that transform future capabilities and improve daily life. The company focuses on creating connections that serve various industries, ensuring reliable performance across its product lines. This approach allows the business to deliver tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of its global customer base while advancing technological progress in multiple fields.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: High-Performance Computing, Artificial Intelligence, System Architecture, Electrical Systems, Mechanical Systems, High-Speed Interconnects, 112 GBPS-Pam4, 224 GBPS-Pam4, Gpu, Tpu.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required; Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required.

Frequently asked questions about Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems at Molex

What does a Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems at Molex do?expand_more

A Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems at Molex is responsible for the following: Design scalable, reliable, and high-performance hardware architectures for AI and HPC workloads; Define system-level requirements across electrical, thermal, and mechanical domains; Architect systems optimized for GPU, TPU, and IPU accelerator-based platforms; and Manage signaling budgets for ultra-high-speed data paths using SerDes and retimers.

What are the requirements for this Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems role?expand_more

Molex is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; 10+ years of experience in hardware design and architecture; Proficiency in PCB layout, CAD tools, and electromagnetic simulation (e.g., HFSS); and Experience with SerDes, retimers, and linear amplifiers at 112 Gbps-PAM4 and higher.

Where is the Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems role at Molex located?expand_more

Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems at Molex is based in Brasi's Pizzeria, 5328, Lincoln Avenue, Lisle, DuPage County, Illinois, 60532, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Molex has listed this Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems role?expand_more

Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems at Molex typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.

What skills do you need for the Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems role at Molex?expand_more

Key skills for Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems at Molex include High-Performance Computing; Artificial Intelligence; System Architecture; Electrical Systems; Mechanical Systems; High-Speed Interconnects; 112 GBPS-Pam4; and 224 GBPS-Pam4.

What education is required for Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems at Molex?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required; and Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required.

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Systems Architect for High-Performance Systems at Molex is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.

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