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Quantum Data Center Systems Architect

IBM

Yorktown Heights, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Building Commissioning, Chartered Engineer (CEng), Cloud Computing, Construction, Electrical Engineering, Fluid Mechanics and Dynamics, Fluid Systems Engineering, Gardening, High Reliability, Hybrid Cloud, IBM Product Family, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Network Operations Center, Professional Engineer, Quantum Computing, System Architecture, Systems Engineering, Testing
LOCATION
Yorktown Heights, NY
POSTED
9 days ago
**Introduction** At IBM Research, we are the innovation engine of IBM. Exploring what’s next in computing and shaping the technologies the world will rely on tomorrow. From advancing AI and hybrid cloud to pioneering practical quantum computing, we anticipate challenges and unlock new opportunities for clients, partners, and society. Working in Research means joining a team that accelerates discovery at the intersection of high-performance computing, AI, quantum, and cloud. You’ll collaborate with leading scientists, engineers, and visionaries to push boundaries and turn ideas into reality. With a culture built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, IBM Research offers the opportunity to grow your career while contributing to breakthroughs that transform industries and change the world. **Your role and responsibilities** We seek a senior mechanical infrastructure engineer to lead the co-development of safe, cost-effective, and efficient architectures for complex quantum datacenters that mix high density water cooled electronic, cryogenic quantum systems, and the unique mechanical and environmental constraints needed to build and operate some of the most sensitive computational equipment in the world. You will own the physical realization of these systems as well — floor space and equipment layout, structural and mass-loading constraints, below-grade and site considerations, and the footprint efficiency needed to scale across a campus. The ideal candidate will navigate complex trade spaces in co-design to drive decisions across datacenter infrastructure, equipment design, initial build, commissioning, testing, monitoring, and operations. They will work with both internal and external teams throughout the design, build, and operating phases of these data centers. Hands-on experience with high-reliability critical infrastructure including chilled water plants and distribution, redundant power systems, and specialized environmental controls in datacenter, manufacturing, or research environments is a must. **Required technical and professional expertise** * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. * Hands-on experience with high-reliability critical infrastructure including chilled water plants and distribution, redundant power systems, and specialized environmental controls in datacenter, manufacturing, or research environments * Demonstrated experience working directly with engineering, vendor, and construction teams to build and commission complex systems. **Preferred technical and professional experience** * Advanced degree in mechanical engineering, thermal sciences, fluid mechanics, systems engineering, or a related discipline. * Professional Engineer license, Chartered Engineer status, or comparable professional certification. * Experience standing up a new or unusual facility type, or standardizing a one-off build into a repeatable, scalable design. * Background in high-density or high-power-density data centers, or facilities with demanding/unusual cooling or power requirements. * Experience with cryogenic or quantum systems is beneficial but not required. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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At IBM, you don’t need a degree to shape the future. Just bring your skills—and your passion. To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate.

Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. To lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems. Let’s get to work.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
1911
WEBSITE
http://www-03.ibm.com/employment/us/