#hiring *Sr Principal SerDes Validation Engineer*, San Jose, *United States*, fulltime #jobs #jobseekers #careers #SanJosejobs #Californiajobs #Engineering *Apply*: https://lnkd.in/dFAmbFxg Validate DDR, LPDDR and GDDR Cadence test chip silicon for leading edge protocols and advanced nodes. Bringup, characterization and validation of test chips. Work with design team to debug problems and performance issues. Report results to design teams. Generate test reports suitable for distribution to customers.Support customer silicon bringups and post silicon queries of our IP and help to debug customer issues with same. Debug issues with customer chips and boards as needed when they are unable to reproduce Cadence test chip results.Execute special test requests from design team or customers to measure specific parameters or root cause issues.Recommend and pursue improvements to our test plan and environment to ensure the highest quality IP is produced by Cadence and minimize any silicon issues experienced by our customers.Position RequirementsCandidate's background should include a minimum 7 years of silicon validation experience, preferably in the area of SERDES, DDR or high-speed interface designGood understanding of lab equipment and measurement techniques for high speed interfaces. High speed scopes, probes, spectrum analyzers, BERTs.Good understanding of eye diagrams, transmission lines, channel loss etc.Knowledge of board and package designKnowledge of DDR trainings and memory system operation a plusSoftware proficiency for test scripting, data handling and reporting using scripting languages such as Python, TCL etc.Programming skill in C/C++/C# is desirableAble to run Verilog test benches and view waves to debug issuesCommunicate with global teams (US, India, China, EU), which work in different time-zonesExcellent problem-solving skills, good communication skills and ability to work cooperatively in a team environmentWork with design team to understand requirements, fashion tests and review resultsMentor Junior Engineers when the project need arisesBEng, MEngThe annual salary range for California is $147,000 to $273,000. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.
