Remote Data Infrastructure Engineer Jobs
Remote Data Infrastructure Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first companies and distributed engineering teams in sectors like technology, financial services, and healthcare. Employers actively hiring right now include Jabil, Aledade, and Cisco. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Jabil has an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced and technically proficient Principal Electrical Engineer to engage in the design, fabrication, and integration of electrical systems for data center power and cooling products, as well as factory enablement projects. This role includes full-stack electrical design from generator systems to AI rack integration zones, with a focus on PDUs, UPS systems, MV/HV power distribution, phased power infrastructure, and controls architecture. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise and a passion for delivering scalable, reliable, and compliant infrastructure solutions.
The Principal Electrical Integration Engineer will manage and oversee the electrical systems essential for the data center, energy storage systems, and HVAC applications. This role will involve developing specifications, selecting key components, routing wires and cables, establishing connections, and transitioning design to manufacturing. Furthermore, the position includes leading test process implementation and ensuring equipment alignment to maintain the highest standards of operational excellence and reliability.
Job Title: Principal Electrical Design Engineer
Organization : Data Center Infrastructure Engineering Team
Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX
*Requires up to 25% domestic and/or international travel (rare)
What will you do?
- Expertise in wiring and cable management systems; CAD software for electrical design (preference for AutoCAD Electrical, Creo Schematic )
- Conduct PLD design, component selection (i.e., Transformers, Breakers, Relays, UPS, ATS, etc.), wire and cable sizing and routing, and connections
- Ability to perform vendor drawing reviews and prepare documentation, including Bill of Material (BOM), calculations, data sheets, detailed drawings, specifications, and test plans
- Robust skill set in understanding single lines and schematic diagrams, evaluating electrical system operations and recommend modifications to rectify malfunctions or accommodate system requirement changes
- Collaborate in new product design and development of electrical power distribution equipment such as Low Voltage Switchgear, Power Distribution Cabinets or LV panel boards.
- Lead electrical engineering design and reviews
- Experience in power distribution products and equipment , have tested products per latest codes and standards and have translated designs to manufacturing drawings.
- Prepare/review short circuit coordination studies and maintain the software models to match as-built site conditions.
- Review control panel design and UL standards for designing and building control panels
- Evaluate the requirements and actions that close the gap between concept and manufacturing readiness
- Interface with internal and external mission critical design engineering team, server hardware team, environmental health and safety team, and controls engineering to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability in services delivered
- Work closely with system architects to comprehend product specifications and electrical system architectural designs
- Collaborate with project managers on design quotations
- Provide technical input to identify and mitigate project risks that may impact project plans and schedules
- Monitor product delivery for quality and adherence to schedule
- Perform tests, debug, and validate electrical systems and support manufacturing processes
- Manage relationships with electrical component vendors and contract manufacturers
- Keep updated with the latest technologies and methods to ensure competitive, cost-effective designs
- Work with your manager to propose potential R&D project ideas to enhance competency areas
- Discuss with management and production staff to assess engineering feasibility and cost-effectiveness May undertake other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
How will you get here?
Education :
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.Experience :
- 8+ years of experience in electrical design and fabrication, with a focus on data center or industrial power systems
- Proficiency in ECAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical) and integration with mechanical CAD platforms
- Strong understanding of MV/HV power distribution, lithium-ion UPS systems, and three-phase electrical infrastructure
- Experience with electrical analysis tools (ETAP, SKM PowerTools, EasyPower) Proven experience in facility-level electrical design and construction support and Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented
- Able to work independently with minimal oversight as part of a global team
- Proficient in reading, analyzing, and interpreting general business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations
- Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
- Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries
- Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices while mentoring less experienced engineers
- Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
- Familiar with stage-gate processes in project lifecycle management (PLCM) Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience with data center infrastructure: UPS systems, switchgear, CRAC units, and PDUs
- Familiarity with global compliance standards: UL, CE, RoHS, REACH, and IEEE.
- Hands-on experience with panel fabrication, wiring, and system integration
- Knowledge of thermal and mechanical constraints in electrical enclosure design and experience working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers
- Experience in WindChill and DevOps
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote data infrastructure engineer jobs.
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one of Python, Scala, or Java for pipeline development
- Hands-on experience with distributed processing frameworks such as Apache Spark or Apache Flink
- Experience designing and operating data pipeline orchestration tools like Apache Airflow or Prefect
- Familiarity with cloud data warehouses and storage systems on AWS, GCP, or Azure
- Understanding of streaming architectures and event-driven systems, including Apache Kafka or similar
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
Tips for Your Remote Data Infrastructure Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote data infrastructure engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place. Check it regularly and apply as soon as a role matches your stack and experience level, since strong remote postings fill quickly.
Show async communication in your portfolio
Remote data infrastructure teams run on written handoffs, architecture decision records, and incident post-mortems. Include examples of your written documentation alongside pipeline diagrams so hiring managers can see you communicate clearly without a meeting.
Prove cloud platform depth upfront
Remote employers screening data infrastructure engineers move fast and filter on specific cloud skills early. Lead your resume and cover message with the platforms you know deeply, such as AWS Glue, Google BigQuery, or Azure Data Factory, rather than burying them in a skills section.
Prepare for async-first remote interviews
Many remote-first companies use take-home system design exercises or async video responses before a live interview. Practice explaining your data pipeline architecture decisions in writing and on a recorded screen share so you're ready for either format.
Remote Data Infrastructure Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote data infrastructure engineer job?
Target remote-first companies and distributed engineering teams that rely on async collaboration, since those employers are most likely to hire data infrastructure engineers without a local office requirement. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and hands-on experience with tools like dbt, Airflow, Spark, and cloud data platforms. A public portfolio showing pipeline work, architecture decisions, and incident write-ups gives you a concrete edge over candidates with only a resume.
Which companies hire remote data infrastructure engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote data infrastructure engineers include Jabil, Aledade, and Cisco, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Remote-first technology firms, distributed SaaS companies, and data-heavy organizations in fintech and healthcare are among the most consistent sources of these openings.
Can you get a remote data infrastructure engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot and unblock yourself without a colleague nearby. Early-career candidates do best targeting remote-first startups or small distributed teams that need generalist data engineering help. Showing a self-directed project, an open-source contribution, or a documented home-lab pipeline build demonstrates you can work independently, which is what remote hiring managers are actually evaluating.
Do you need a degree for remote data infrastructure engineer jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers care more about demonstrated skills than formal credentials, particularly for data infrastructure roles where the work is highly verifiable. A strong GitHub portfolio, certifications in cloud platforms like AWS or GCP, and evidence of building or maintaining real pipelines can outweigh a missing degree in practice, especially at remote-first companies that evaluate candidates on output rather than background.
Which industries hire the most remote data infrastructure engineers?
The sectors hiring the most remote data infrastructure engineers are Consulting & Professional Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These industries rely on distributed data teams where infrastructure engineers can design, maintain, and scale pipelines entirely outside a central office.
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