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Senior Staff Engineer jobs at Celestica sit at the intersection of hardware systems design and manufacturing scale, typically requiring deep expertise in electronics or embedded systems. Celestica has an established path for sponsoring work visas and permanent residency for qualified engineers in this function.
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Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Texas
City: Austin
General Overview
Summary
The Senior Staff, System Integration Test Engineer, works with cross functional teams of design engineers, customers, supply chain and project managers to rigorously test and validate rack-level, system solutions and ensure new product release readiness. This position will own the test system setup and function for complex, high-end servers and hyperscale compute & network racks, including applications and operating systems.
The ideal candidate will have a rack-level, system integration test background in storage/server, GPU and networking products. They will develop and provide guidance on Celestica Storage/GPU/network system integration and verification plans, test cases and test coverage, such as: element function test, hardware integration test, system and rack integration verification.
Detailed Description
- Design & Execute the comprehensive validation and integration of all components within advanced AI compute racks, ensuring hardware and software elements function cohesively and optimally, ensuring compatibility, connectivity, performance, security, reliability, cost effectiveness and resilience.
- Lead the development and implementation of system integration test solutions and participate in project planning, scheduling, and reporting. Review and interpret product/system requirements/specifications and define system integration and validation plans.
- Provide technical leadership and direction to engineers; be a recognized expert (go to person) in system integration testing.
- System Test Setup & Execution: Set up, rigorously test, and qualify complete rack solutions to guarantee they meet or exceed stringent performance, reliability, and efficiency standards. Own the test system setup and function for complex, high-end servers and hyperscale compute & network racks, including applications and operating systems. Oversee the qualification and seamless integration of rack components such as servers, accelerators, switches, power shelves, and cooling solutions.
- Power Distribution Management: Integrate and configure smart PDUs (Power Distribution Units) to efficiently manage power distribution within the rack. Ensure seamless compatibility with rack-level power management functions and overall system optimization.
- Rack-Level Management: Maintain a comprehensive understanding of and proficiency in rack-level management functions, including real-time monitoring, control, and automation of critical rack components.
- Hands-On Racking and Stacking: Execute hands-on lab racking and stacking procedures, including the assembly and setup of intricate, high-touch rack configurations. Ensure meticulous installation and integration of all components.
- Documentation and Reporting: Create and maintain thorough and detailed documentation for all rack level integrations. This includes documenting installation procedures, test plans, testing results, performance metrics, and any issues identified during the testing process.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely and collaboratively with a diverse range of cross functional teams, including design engineers, program managers, customers, and vendors. The goal is to ensure seamless integration, optimal operation, and the successful delivery of cutting-edge rack level solutions.
- Test Automation & AI: Identify & automate system integration testing to reduce development time, increase quality and reduce errors. Identify and use AI tools to streamline and improve efficiency of planning, executing, analyzing & reporting.
- Troubleshooting & Root-Cause: Perform troubleshooting, debugging and root-cause analysis on hardware, network, and software related issues.
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
- Proficiency in troubleshooting with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and experienced with specialized test equipment such as PCI protocol analyzers and Traffic generators (Keysight/Ixia or Spirent)
- Proficiency in defining test plans, creating & executing tests, and generating test reports for internal and external uses.
- Proficiency with stress testing utilities, stressapp, stress-ng, iperf3, FIO, memtester, etc.
- Proficiency in Linux with RHEL, Ubuntu and CentOS
- Proficiency in scripting languages: Python, Perl, VBA, REST API, Shell scripting, Ansible, Terraform etc.
- Proven experience in test tools such as JIRA, Jenkin (CI/CD), and similar tools
- Proficiency in collaborating with a cross-functional team of engineers involved in the specification, design, development and test of hardware
- Knowledge and understanding of x86/Firmware/Linux.
- System/software/firmware integration and verification experience
- Proficiency in project management of system integration testing. Able to handle simultaneous projects, predict your workload/execution, and deliver per plan.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
- Rack-Level System Integration Expertise: 5+ years (hands-on) is mandatory
- Experience should include working with servers, accelerators, switches, CDU (Cooling Distribution Unit) systems, and high-power shelves.
- Possess and maintain a deep understanding of AI compute rack configurations and the functionality of all integrated components.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with lab racking and stacking, as well as setting up complex, high touch rack configurations.
- Possess a strong understanding of rack-level management functions and integration best practices.
- Proven experience in testing and qualifying rack-level solutions to ensure they meet or exceed performance and Reliability benchmarks.
- Proficient in the use of AI tools and test automation
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail is critical for success
Typical Experience
11+ years’ relevant experience.
Typical Education
BS degree or higher in Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering / Computer Science
Physical Demands
- Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
- Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
- Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
- Occasional travel may be required.
Notes
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.
Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Celestica is an E-Verify employer.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
Req ID: 139545
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Texas
City: Austin
General Overview
Summary
The Senior Staff, System Integration Test Engineer, works with cross functional teams of design engineers, customers, supply chain and project managers to rigorously test and validate rack-level, system solutions and ensure new product release readiness. This position will own the test system setup and function for complex, high-end servers and hyperscale compute & network racks, including applications and operating systems.
The ideal candidate will have a rack-level, system integration test background in storage/server, GPU and networking products. They will develop and provide guidance on Celestica Storage/GPU/network system integration and verification plans, test cases and test coverage, such as: element function test, hardware integration test, system and rack integration verification.
Detailed Description
- Design & Execute the comprehensive validation and integration of all components within advanced AI compute racks, ensuring hardware and software elements function cohesively and optimally, ensuring compatibility, connectivity, performance, security, reliability, cost effectiveness and resilience.
- Lead the development and implementation of system integration test solutions and participate in project planning, scheduling, and reporting. Review and interpret product/system requirements/specifications and define system integration and validation plans.
- Provide technical leadership and direction to engineers; be a recognized expert (go to person) in system integration testing.
- System Test Setup & Execution: Set up, rigorously test, and qualify complete rack solutions to guarantee they meet or exceed stringent performance, reliability, and efficiency standards. Own the test system setup and function for complex, high-end servers and hyperscale compute & network racks, including applications and operating systems. Oversee the qualification and seamless integration of rack components such as servers, accelerators, switches, power shelves, and cooling solutions.
- Power Distribution Management: Integrate and configure smart PDUs (Power Distribution Units) to efficiently manage power distribution within the rack. Ensure seamless compatibility with rack-level power management functions and overall system optimization.
- Rack-Level Management: Maintain a comprehensive understanding of and proficiency in rack-level management functions, including real-time monitoring, control, and automation of critical rack components.
- Hands-On Racking and Stacking: Execute hands-on lab racking and stacking procedures, including the assembly and setup of intricate, high-touch rack configurations. Ensure meticulous installation and integration of all components.
- Documentation and Reporting: Create and maintain thorough and detailed documentation for all rack level integrations. This includes documenting installation procedures, test plans, testing results, performance metrics, and any issues identified during the testing process.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely and collaboratively with a diverse range of cross functional teams, including design engineers, program managers, customers, and vendors. The goal is to ensure seamless integration, optimal operation, and the successful delivery of cutting-edge rack level solutions.
- Test Automation & AI: Identify & automate system integration testing to reduce development time, increase quality and reduce errors. Identify and use AI tools to streamline and improve efficiency of planning, executing, analyzing & reporting.
- Troubleshooting & Root-Cause: Perform troubleshooting, debugging and root-cause analysis on hardware, network, and software related issues.
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
- Proficiency in troubleshooting with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and experienced with specialized test equipment such as PCI protocol analyzers and Traffic generators (Keysight/Ixia or Spirent)
- Proficiency in defining test plans, creating & executing tests, and generating test reports for internal and external uses.
- Proficiency with stress testing utilities, stressapp, stress-ng, iperf3, FIO, memtester, etc.
- Proficiency in Linux with RHEL, Ubuntu and CentOS
- Proficiency in scripting languages: Python, Perl, VBA, REST API, Shell scripting, Ansible, Terraform etc.
- Proven experience in test tools such as JIRA, Jenkin (CI/CD), and similar tools
- Proficiency in collaborating with a cross-functional team of engineers involved in the specification, design, development and test of hardware
- Knowledge and understanding of x86/Firmware/Linux.
- System/software/firmware integration and verification experience
- Proficiency in project management of system integration testing. Able to handle simultaneous projects, predict your workload/execution, and deliver per plan.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
- Rack-Level System Integration Expertise: 5+ years (hands-on) is mandatory
- Experience should include working with servers, accelerators, switches, CDU (Cooling Distribution Unit) systems, and high-power shelves.
- Possess and maintain a deep understanding of AI compute rack configurations and the functionality of all integrated components.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with lab racking and stacking, as well as setting up complex, high touch rack configurations.
- Possess a strong understanding of rack-level management functions and integration best practices.
- Proven experience in testing and qualifying rack-level solutions to ensure they meet or exceed performance and Reliability benchmarks.
- Proficient in the use of AI tools and test automation
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail is critical for success
Typical Experience
11+ years’ relevant experience.
Typical Education
BS degree or higher in Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering / Computer Science
Physical Demands
- Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
- Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
- Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
- Occasional travel may be required.
Notes
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.
Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Celestica is an E-Verify employer.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
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Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
For EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, Celestica will need to demonstrate your role requires a specific degree field. Frame your electronics or hardware engineering background around the role's technical requirements, not just years of experience, before applying.
Target Celestica's hardware and manufacturing business units
Senior Staff Engineer openings at Celestica tend to cluster around advanced manufacturing, PCB design, and systems integration. Filtering by those business units surfaces roles where your specialty directly maps to the job duties USCIS scrutinizes during petition review.
Clarify sponsorship intent during the offer stage
Celestica sponsors TN, F-1 OPT, and employment-based Green Cards, but not every hiring manager knows which applies to you. Confirm during the offer conversation which visa category they'll support and whether legal counsel is engaged in-house or outsourced.
Prepare for PERM's prevailing wage documentation early
If Green Card sponsorship is the goal, PERM requires Celestica to document that your offered salary meets DOL prevailing wage levels for your location and job duties. Having your offer letter reflect accurate job duties and title speeds this process considerably.
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Searching for roles that explicitly confirm sponsorship saves weeks of wasted outreach. Use Migrate Mate to filter Celestica's Senior Staff Engineer listings by the visa types they've sponsored, so you're only applying where your status is already a known fit.
Preserve your F-1 OPT window through strategic timing
If you're on OPT, the 60-day grace period after it expires is not a buffer for job searching. Have Celestica's I-129 filing process initiated before your OPT end date, and confirm your employer has submitted the petition to USCIS with enough lead time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Celestica sponsor H-1B visas for Senior Staff Engineers?
Celestica's documented sponsorship activity for Senior Staff Engineers covers EB-2, EB-3, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and TN visas. H-1B visa sponsorship for this role is not confirmed in their recent filing history. If you're H-1B dependent, confirm directly with Celestica's talent acquisition team before advancing in the process.
How do I apply for Senior Staff Engineer jobs at Celestica?
Apply through Celestica's careers portal directly, or use Migrate Mate to browse Senior Staff Engineer openings filtered by the visa types Celestica sponsors. When applying, tailor your resume to reflect the specific hardware or manufacturing systems domain the role sits in, as Celestica's engineering teams are technically specialized across distinct product lines.
Which visa types does Celestica commonly use for Senior Staff Engineers?
Celestica has sponsored EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visas for permanent residency, along with F-1 OPT and F-1 CPT for recent graduates, and TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles. Each pathway has different employer obligations and timelines, so the right fit depends on your current status and long-term goals.
What qualifications does Celestica expect for Senior Staff Engineer roles?
Senior Staff Engineer positions at Celestica typically require advanced technical depth in areas like electronics design, hardware systems architecture, or manufacturing process engineering. Beyond a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, these roles generally expect substantial hands-on experience with complex cross-functional projects and demonstrated ability to lead technical direction without direct management authority.
How do I understand the sponsorship timeline for a Green Card through Celestica?
Green Card sponsorship through Celestica follows the PERM labor certification process administered by DOL, followed by an I-140 petition filed with USCIS. For EB-3, priority date backlogs mean the full process can take several years depending on your country of birth. Starting this conversation at the offer stage, not after joining, gives you the clearest picture of where you'll stand.