Super Micro Computer, Inc

Field Applications Engineer

Super Micro Computer, Inc$85K — $120K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • 2+ years of experience in systems, hardware, or application engineering
  • Basic understanding of x86 and ARM architectures
  • Solid hardware system debug and diagnostics skills
  • Familiarity with server management tools like ipmitool and Redfish API
  • Basic scripting skills (BASH or Python) preferred
  • Good communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

  • Support project coordination for large enterprise customers
  • Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored hardware and software solutions
  • Manage customer communications and follow up on technical issues
  • Assist in deploying and maintaining data center solutions
  • Troubleshoot compute, storage, and networking issues
  • Contribute to testing, documentation, and reporting for projects
  • Prepare training materials and participate in pre-sales activities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Eligibility for bonus and equity award programs
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Potential for travel up to 25%
Full Job Description
Job Req ID: 29981

Job Summary:

We are looking for a motivated Field Application Engineer (FAE) to join our team and support customer projects involving enterprise data center and solutions. In this role, you will work closely with sale, PM, HW / SW, solution architect, etc. to help plan, implement, and maintain customer projects. You'll assist with both internal and external communications to ensure projects run smoothly and meet customer goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):
• Support senior engineers and management in coordinating projects for large enterprise customers
• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, sales, and support) to deliver hardware and software solutions that meet customer requirements
• Help manage customer communications and follow up on technical issues or project updates
• Assist in deploying and maintaining data center and server solutions using x86 and ARM architectures
• Troubleshoot issues related to compute, storage, and networking environments
• Participate in testing, documentation, and reporting for ongoing and new projects
• Contribute to technical documentation such as setup guides, product notes, and knowledge base articles
• Support training and pre-sales activities by preparing materials and learning product features
• Work cross-department to ensure customer satisfaction and timely resolution of issues
• Ability to build and demonstrate proof-of-concept that meets or exceeds customer business needs
• Ability to present the corporate brand, product messaging and solutions to customers
• Visit on-site facilities and operations to enable solution integration and issue resolution
• Some travel required (up to 25%)

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• 2+ years of experience in systems, hardware, or application engineering (internship or academic project experience plus)
• Basic understanding of x86 and ARM architectures, CPU/GPU platforms, and storage solutions.
• Solid HW system debug and diagnostics skills
• Familiarity with Firmware, Linux, Windows and virtualization platforms is a plusFamiliar with server management tools (ipmitool and Redfish API)
• Familiar with server management tools (ipmitool and Redfish API)
• Basic scripting (BASH or Python) is a plus.
• Good communication skills and teamwork with a proactive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple small tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment

Salary Range

$85,000 - $120,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

About Super Micro Computer, Inc

Super Micro Computer, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells server solutions based on modular and open architecture. The company offers a range of server, storage, and networking solutions, as well as application-optimized software. Super Micro Computer's products are used in data centers, cloud computing, enterprise IT, big data, high performance computing, and embedded systems. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Learn more about Super Micro Computer, Inc
Size
4,155 employees
Market Cap
$4.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$88.5 million
5 Year Trend
+15.9%
Revenue
$3.2 billion
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