SERDES Validation Engineer

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THE ROLE:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced SerDes Validation Engineer to join our team. The candidate will play a critical role in validating high-speed SerDes interfaces across various products, including CPUs, GPUs, network cards, and AI accelerators. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of PCIe and 800G Ethernet, along with experience in validation test planning, production test support, and firmware development.

THE PERSON:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Validation Test Planning:

• Develop comprehensive validation strategies and test plans for SerDes interfaces on PCIe and 800G Ethernet.
• Define validation goals, objectives, and metrics to ensure product performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and validate test methodologies.

2. Production Test Support:

• Provide support for production testing of SerDes interfaces to ensure functionality and performance meet design specifications.
• Develop and optimize test vectors for production testing to enhance test coverage and efficiency.
• Work with manufacturing and operations teams to resolve any validation-related issues during the production process.
• Analyze test data to identify trends and issues, providing actionable insights to improve production test processes.

3. Firmware Development:

• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to develop and optimize firmware that supports SerDes validation activities.
• Assist in debugging and troubleshooting firmware-related issues affecting interface performance.
• Develop scripts and automation tools to improve and streamline firmware validation processes.

4. Technical Documentation:

• Create detailed technical documentation, including test plans, test cases, and validation reports.
• Ensure documentation is accurate, comprehensive, and easily accessible to stakeholders.

5. Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for enhancement in validation processes and methodologies.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technological advancements related to high-speed communication interfaces.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in the semiconductor industry or with high-performance computing hardware.
• Familiarity with AI accelerators and network card technologies.
• Knowledge of signal integrity and electromagnetic compatibility testing.
• Proven experience in SerDes validation with a focus on PCIe and Ethernet technologies.
• Strong understanding of high-speed interface standards such as PCIe and 800G Ethernet.
• Experience with test equipment and tools used in SerDes validation (e.g., oscilloscopes, BERTs, protocol analyzers).
• Proficiency in Python for scripting and automation purposes.
• Experience in firmware development and debugging.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

LOCATION: San Jose, USA

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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