Acceler8Talent is proud to partner with a well-funded, VC-backed AI/networking hardware startup in the SF Bay area that’s redefining infrastructure for the world’s largest hyperscalers. Operating under a Joint Development Model (JDM), this company co-develops highly customized networking hardware, software, and optics solutions tailored to the evolving needs of large-scale AI workloads.With over $110M in funding and rapid expansion underway, they're now looking to hire a Senior Thermal Engineer to help shape the next generation of high-performance systems.What You’ll Do:Design and develop thermal solutions including heatsinks, cold plates, and liquid cooling systemsPerform thermal modeling and simulations using industry-standard toolsLead thermal testing and validation to ensure performance and reliabilityCollaborate with hardware and system teams to integrate thermal designsWork with suppliers to deliver high-quality thermal componentsTroubleshoot thermal issues and maintain system reliabilityStay current on industry trends and emerging cooling technologiesWhat You Bring:B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (M.S. preferred), with focus on heat transfer10+ years in thermal design; 5+ years with datacenter network systems preferredProficient in thermal simulation tools (Flotherm, Flotherm-XT, IcePak)Strong understanding of air cooling techniques: vapor chambers, heat pipes, heat sinks, fans, TIMs, and rack-level constraintsExperience with liquid cooling (preferred, not required)Deep knowledge of heat transfer and real-world thermal system design