Fidelis Companies | Validation Engineer

PrincipalLead Silicon Validation & Verification EngineerLocation: San Jose, CAAbout the Position:In this high-impact role, you will lead the validation and characterization of high-speed analog and mixed-signal blocks, working alongside cross-functional teams to launch cutting-edge ASIC products for data center networking. As part of a dynamic and innovative team, you will play a pivotal role in developing next-generation connectivity solutions that drive the future of data center networking.Key Responsibilities:AnalogMixed-Signal Validation: Perform comprehensive validation and characterization of analog and mixed-signal IPs, including clock generation, timing IPs, data converters, TIAs, modulator drivers, clock and data recovery (CDR), and SerDes.Bench Testing & Debugging: Utilize advanced test equipment to perform bench testing, debug issues, and validate control loops such as PLLs and LDOs.EDA Tools: Leverage Cadence Virtuoso and other EDA tools to build test benches, run simulations, and analyze results for debugging and correlation.Signal & Power Integrity: Conduct signal integrity (SI) and power integrity (PI) measurements, and correlate results to identify and resolve design issues.Test Development & Reporting: Develop, execute, and document robust test procedures, providing detailed reports and recommendations to cross-functional teams.Standards Compliance: Debug compliance test failures of standard IOs and assess design bugs to recommend effective workarounds.Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and end customers to ensure seamless integration and optimization of high-speed optical and electrical interconnects.Programming & Analysis: Use MATLAB or Python for data analysis, test automation, and process optimization.Required Qualifications:Education: BSMS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.Experience: 12+ years in analog and mixed-signal IP validation and verification, particularly for high-speed data center networking and optical IOs.Technical Expertise:Bench testing and debugging of high-speed designs.Deep understanding of SIPI, including PI and SI measurements for debugging and pliance testing and debugging of standard IOs.Hands-on experience with control loops such as PLLs and LDOs.Software Skills: Proficiency with MATLAB or Python for test automation and data analysis.Standards Knowledge: Familiarity with IEEE standards and high-speed opticalelectrical interconnect architectures.Problem-solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with attention to detail.Collaboration & Organization: Ability to work effectively across internal teams and customer groups, with excellent organizational and communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with advanced packaging (2.5D3D) architectures.System knowledge of optical IO technologies and silicon photonics-based transceiver architectures.Proficiency with measurement tools such as DCO, oscilloscopes (oversamplingreal-time), and network analyzers.Familiarity with RF and high-speed probing techniques.Proven ability to innovate and collaborate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.Willingness to travel when necessary to support projects.This position offers a unique opportunity to drive technological innovation in data center networking and contribute to the success of industry-leading connectivity products. If you're an expert in high-speed analog and mixed-signal validation, this role is tailored for you!

Created: 2025-01-14