ZT Systems

Sr. Staff Reliability Engineer

ZT Systems$124K — $166K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, or Software Development with 8+ years of experience; or MS with 6+ years
  • Strong knowledge of computer systems and hardware structures
  • Proficiency in programming languages, including Python and Unix (Bash/PowerShell)
  • Familiarity with statistical techniques and reliability modeling
  • Effective communication skills to lead cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Apply Design for Reliability principles to enhance cloud hardware durability
  • Act as an internal reliability consultant liaising with stakeholders
  • Support software/script development tailored for reliability testing
  • Revise engineering guidelines to boost product performance
  • Use performance evaluation techniques to optimize server reliability.
  • Analyze data trends to minimize failures and enhance product quality
  • Collaborate with development teams to ensure products meet reliability standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching
  • Tuition reimbursement for education programs
  • Mental health resources and wellness support programs.
Full Job Description
About the Role

Our reliability team is responsible to evaluate, develop, design, and implement software and product reliability test regimens to ensure ZT products of the highest quality are delivered to our customers.

We are looking for a passionate Sr. Staff Reliability Engineer with exceptional knowledge/ experience developing and manufacturing scalable infrastructures. You will be working with the latest technologies that go into building a hyperscale cloud services.

What You'll Do

The successful candidate will be responsible for using Design for Reliability principles to ensure the cloud hardware developed and delivered to data centers meet specified use-conditions and stresses to assure its design intent. Act as the internal consultant on all reliability matters and interface with program management, vendors, and design engineering (as necessary) on key reliability programs/issues; supporting the Software/script development needs of the reliability team. This will include the creation or revision of reliability engineering guidelines to improve product field performance through design enhancements to meet reliability goals. Uses principles of performance evaluation and prediction to improve the reliability and maintainability of Cloud Infrastructure servers. Identifies, collects, analyzes, and manages various types of data to minimize failures and improve product performance. Develop scripts that represent the expected environment and operational conditions. Collaborate with other development functional teams and internal stakeholders regarding the application of Design for Reliability principles to ensure products meet customer expectations.

What You'll Bring
  • Minimum B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer with Science/Engineering, or Software development and 8+ years of relevant work experience (alternatively an MS and 6+ years)
  • Knowledge of computer systems/hardware structure, as well as switch/network interfaces
  • Knowledge and/or experience with programming languages like Python or Unix (Bash and/or PowerShell)
  • Knowledge of statistical & probability techniques and reliability modeling
  • Ability to communicate, collaborate and lead cross-functionally to resolve issues, including those with customers.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Fundamental knowledge of Computer Architecture, Server architecture at the block level, and Hardware/Firmware/OS interactions
  • Working knowledge of PCBA (printed circuit board assembly) design, fabrication, and validation testing
  • Experience using tools such as ReliaSoft, JMP, and Mintab statistical software packages.
  • Working knowledge of electronic components/devices and their failure modes & failure mechanism
  • Knowledge of industry standards, IPC, JEDEC, Telcordia, and MIL-STD

ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $124,500 and $166,000 per year.If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you'll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that's challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities-to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today-and transforming the future of tomorrow.

Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you'll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and professional development-both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

-Competitive base salary

-Performance-based annual bonus eligibility

-401(k) retirement savings plan

-Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

-Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers

-Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-

-Company-paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

-Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays

-Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

-Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities

-Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.

ZT Group Int'l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.

About ZT Systems

ZT Systems is a privately held original design manufacturer of data center servers, storage and embedded computing systems. ZT Systems is headquartered in the United States with additional facilities in Canada, China, and the Netherlands. The company designs and manufactures a wide range of computing systems, from workstations to high-performance computing clusters, and provides customized solutions for cloud computing, big data, and other applications. ZT Systems serves a variety of industries, including finance, healthcare, government, and education.
Learn more about ZT Systems
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1994

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