• Define the end-to-end architecture for AI platforms, from node-level design to rack-scale composable systems • Drive adoption of PCIe-based fabrics for disaggregated compute, memory, and accelerator scalability • Architect solutions for GPU/accelerator-dense systems optimized for AI training and inference workloads • Lead integration of connectivity solutions — retimers, switches, and fabric controllers — aligned with Astera Labs' product ecosystem • Drive innovation in server BIOS/UEFI architecture, OpenBMC-based platform management, Redfish APIs for scalable infrastructure control, and lifecycle provisioning frameworks • Lead system bring-up and ensure seamless firmware-hardware-software integration across complex AI platforms • Define the technical vision and multi-year firmware roadmap for AI infrastructure platforms • Own end-to-end AI platform performance strategy including PCIe topology optimization, bandwidth scaling, latency reduction, and CPU performance tuning for AI orchestration workloads • Drive memory performance optimization across DDR, NUMA, and emerging memory expansion technologies • Lead performance tuning for multi-accelerator systems (GPU/ASIC/FPGA), high-throughput data pipelines, and distributed AI workloads • Collaborate with silicon vendors (CPU, GPU, AI accelerators), connectivity ecosystem partners, OEMs, ODMs, and hyperscalers • Influence industry standards across OpenBMC, Redfish, OCP, and related consortia • Mentor senior engineers and grow deep technical bench strength across the organization • Represent Astera Labs as a recognized thought leader in AI infrastructure and platform innovation.

• Lead end-to-end system architecture and design for server platforms including x86 multi-socket and accelerator-based systems • Define and maintain multi-platform design standards and architectures that scale across product lines • Drive hardware platform development including board design, system bring-up, and validation • Oversee system-level integration across compute, storage, and interconnect subsystems — including PCIe Gen5/6 and high-speed fabric connectivity • Lead FPGA architecture and development including simulation, synthesis, validation, and common framework definition • Drive signal integrity analysis, functional validation, and defect resolution across complex hardware systems • Own hardware debug and bring-up in lab environments, ensuring seamless integration with firmware and software stacks • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to distributed engineering teams across hardware, firmware, and platform disciplines • Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure alignment between hardware design, firmware integration, and system validation • Collaborate with customers and stakeholders on custom system solutions, technical briefings, and field issue resolution • Partner with silicon vendors, OEMs, and hyperscalers to drive platform innovation aligned with Astera Labs' connectivity ecosystem

Role Description As a Senior Enterprise Solutions Architect within our Advance Solutions Practice, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining hardware solutions that form the foundation of our clients' digital infrastructure environments. Leveraging your expertise in hardware architecture, system design, and hardware technologies, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and scalability of infrastructure components. Your contributions will enable our clients to leverage technology effectively to support their business operations and digital transformation initiatives. - Collaborate with architects and project teams to design hardware solutions that meet client requirements for performance, capacity, scalability, and reliability. - Evaluate hardware technologies, platforms, and configurations to recommend optimal solutions based on client needs, industry best practices, and budget considerations. - Develop hardware architecture diagrams, specifications, and implementation plans to guide the deployment and configuration of infrastructure components. - Implement hardware solutions according to design specifications, configuring servers, storage arrays, network switches, and other infrastructure components to meet performance and reliability requirements. - Install, configure, and manage hardware management software, firmware, and drivers to ensure compatibility, stability, and optimal performance of hardware systems. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware solutions with other infrastructure components, applications, and services. - Conduct testing and validation of hardware components and systems to ensure they meet functional requirements, performance benchmarks, and quality standards. - Perform hardware compatibility testing, interoperability testing, and certification testing to validate hardware configurations and configurations. - Document test plans, test results, and validation reports to support certification, compliance, and audit requirements. - Perform routine hardware maintenance tasks, including hardware upgrades, firmware updates, and component replacements, to ensure optimal performance and reliability of hardware systems. - Monitor hardware health, temperature, power consumption, and other telemetry data using monitoring tools and management consoles, proactively identifying and addressing issues. - Maintain accurate documentation of hardware configurations, procedures, and technical specifications to facilitate knowledge transfer and support continuity. Qualifications - Ethical and Critical Thinking. - Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. - Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. - Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. - Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. - Strong understanding of hardware technologies, including servers, storage arrays, network switches, and peripherals. - Proficiency in hardware management tools, firmware updates, and hardware diagnostics for troubleshooting and maintenance. - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex hardware issues. - Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and interact with clients and stakeholders. Requirements - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. - Proven experience in hardware engineering roles, with hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining hardware solutions in enterprise environments. Physical Requirements - Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. - Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

• Define the organization’s enterprise integration strategy and frameworks. • Lead integration governance councils, setting policies for interoperability, data security, and platform adoption. • Shape and manage the enterprise integration ecosystem, including iPaaS, APIs, and messaging systems. • Anticipate integration trends (e.g., event-driven architectures, AI-driven integration) to future-proof the enterprise. • Partner with senior executives to align integration strategy with business growth and digital initiatives. • Build a culture of integration excellence across technical teams. • Produce strategic models, integration roadmaps, and executive-level presentations. • Own enterprise-level integration strategies spanning multiple systems and domains. • Define the enterprise API and data interoperability vision, ensuring alignment with compliance and regulatory frameworks. • Influence vendor selection and enterprise adoption of integration tools. • Drive change management and organizational readiness for integration initiatives. • Represent Guild Mortgage in external integration and technology forums. • Establish KPIs to measure integration success and business value delivery. • Create, maintain and manage integration architecture models and other various design components. • Partner continuously with key IT Leaders to ensure that the overall application architecture is maintained in a coherent manner and that appropriate considerations are made for security and quality. • Provide architecture thought leadership when discussing potential development tools and setting coding standards. • Assist in maturing integration architecture management practices. • Research overall information technology solutions on the market for particular technical requirements and business needs. • Conduct and/or actively participate in meetings related to designated project(s) with applicable technical stakeholders/leaders. • Think broadly and strategically about the overall technical landscape solutions needed to propel our business needs. • Partner with technical leaders on approaches and responsibilities to ensure compliance with application architecture standards. • Identify and recommend areas appropriate for further study and participate in any Proof-of-Concept projects required to thoroughly investigate architectural possibilities and strengthen arguments for their adoption. • Contribute to necessary research and analysis to turn complex project requirements into manageable technical plans. • Approach this as a partnership with other IT leaders and not an isolated responsibility. • Contribute feedback and input concerning architecture and operations to Senior Management. • Contribute recommendations for system changes, including redesign and enhancements to ensure process efficiency, staff productivity, usability, and customer satisfaction to Senior Management. • Help maintain sound architecture practices for complex and scalable enterprise-level solutions. • Use expertise to answer technical questions and concepts. • Work to distribute technical knowledge throughout the team. • Assist in project planning sessions to determine project scope and architectural approach as applicable on appropriate sized initiative. • Properly document architectural flow functionality (design docs, in-line, wiki, etc.). • Participate in training materials, job aids, and any new rollouts or updates. • Perform other duties as assigned.