Application Engineer - High Performance Liquid Cooling Solutions

We are looking for an experienced Application Engineer to be the primary technical partner for customers adopting our innovative liquid cooling products.

You will work directly with enterprise customers and our engineering team, translating real-world system requirements into deployment-ready solutions. This role requires sharp technical insight combined with exceptional communication to build strong partnerships. You will ensure our technology delivers clear and measurable performance benefits to our customers, directly contributing to the scaling of our high-performance solutions in complex thermal environments.

About apheros :

We are a startup pioneering metal foam-based cooling solutions for AI-data centers and more. Our materials are integrated into cooling solutions for both single and two-phase direct-to-chip liquid cooling - enabling better performance, hotspot management, and energy savings.

Our team is built on curiosity, collaboration, and a shared drive to craft a sustainable future - while having fun along the way! Our offices, labs, and pilot line are close to the train station in Baden, Switzerland, and fully stocked with coffee and cake.

Tasks

• Be the primary pre-sale technical lead for customers adopting our liquid cooling solutions, engaging deeply with the data center hardware ecosystem to understand detailed thermal and fluidic requirements
• Develop compelling technical use cases for our customers, as well as performance models that clearly highlight the value, efficiency, and Return on Investment (ROI) of our cooling solutions
• Drive proof-of-concept demonstrations and performance validations, showcasing how our solutions meet stringent thermal, fluidic, and operational requirements
• Collaborate closely with internal R&D and Engineering teams to ensure critical customer insights — spanning materials, thermal science, and high-performance computing needs — are accurately translated into product development
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, acting as a trusted technical advisor who partners with clients to optimize their thermal performance and overall data center efficiency

Requirements

What sets you apart :

Benefits

At apheros AG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and fields of expertise.

Application deadline : January 31st, 2026

Our team is driven by a commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and customer-service. Led by co-founders with a proven track record in research, business development, and tech transfer, we are pioneering and commercializing the next generation metal foam technology.

Our vision is to catalyze the transition to a sustainable future through materials innovation.