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Manager, Advanced Technology

ABOUT COOLIT SYSTEMS INC.

Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT Systems is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally.

Recognized as one of “The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2023” by Financial Times and honored with the Deloitte Fast 50 Clean Technology award in 2022, as well as the Deloitte Fast 500 distinction in both 2021 and 2022, CoolIT's rapid growth is capturing global attention.

As demand for generative AI, high performance computing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Role:

We are seeking a talented Manager, Advanced Technology to join our Advanced Technology team. We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills and is passionate about research and development of next-generation liquid cooling solutions. You will be guiding the Advanced Technology team, setting the strategic direction for innovation, and overseeing advanced development projects to maintain CoolIT's industry leadership. This role will report to VP of Engineering and will be integral to contributing to the future of scalable computer cooling solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire the Advanced Technology team, promoting a culture focused on innovation and technical excellence.
• Define and implement the strategic direction for advanced technology projects, ensuring alignment with CoolIT's product roadmap.
• Develop IP related documents such as patent submission documents and reviewing patent drafts.
• Identify, evaluate, and champion emerging technologies relevant to liquid cooling solutions for data centers and desktop computers.
• Manage the complete lifecycle of advanced development projects, from initial concept to proof-of-concept and technology transfer to other teams.
• Work closely with engineering, product management, and sales teams to ensure advanced development efforts meet market needs.
• Budget planning and managing the team's budget and resources effectively to maximize the output of research and development activities.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external research partners, universities, and technology vendors.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and advancements in relevant technologies.
• Present findings, progress, and recommendations to senior leadership, customers, tradeshows and conferences.

WHO YOU ARE:

Basic Qualifications:

• PhD in Mechanical Enginering with extensive +10 years of experience in R&D environment and leading researchers.
• Strong technical understanding relevant to fluid mechanics, heat transfer, manufacturing techniques, liquid cooling and related technologies.
• Knowledge of research and development processes and methodologies.
• Leadership experience and training.
• Understanding of project management principles.
• Awareness of industry trends and emerging technologies in the data center and desktop computing sectors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A deep understanding of R&D processes and methodologies.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, including the ability to identify future technological opportunities.
• Familiarity with industry trends and emerging technologies in the data center and desktop computing sectors.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Expertise in evaluating and assessing new technologies.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team of technical professionals.

WHY COOLIT?

We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that will maintain and strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values.

We are a company that is full of vibrant, innovative people who love what we do.

Benefits:

• Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wide shutdown during the holiday season.
• Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending. These costs are covered by CoolIT and are enacted from your first day.
• Dress for your day – in a casual yet professional environment.
• Retention rewards like “The Big Coffee Break” that reward tenure with additional vacation time and a monetary bonus.
• Employee ownership program.

We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.