Senior Principal Interconnect Development Engineer
Core
Lead development of high-speed interconnect solutions (connectors and cables) for next-generation network switches and routers, focusing on frequency performance, signal integrity, and mechanical design.
Role type
Senior Principal Interconnect Development Engineer (IC)
Builds
High-speed interconnect components and cables for edge-to-cloud network infrastructure
Domain
Networking hardware / High-speed interconnects
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
High-speed interconnect design (≥56 GHz, ≥100 differential pairs), Signal Integrity (SI) analysis, Mechanical design trade-offs, Failure analysis, DOE and simulation, 3D CAD modeling, Variation statistics and process control, Industry standards qualification
Preferred skills
Industry consortium leadership, Patent generation, Published technical papers, Cross-functional program management, Commodity management
Technologies
SolidWorks, ProE, High-speed interconnect materials
Responsibilities
Manage interconnect technology roadmaps between hardware design and suppliers, Validate pre-NPI interconnect technologies for future system designs, Execute technology validation plans including test vehicle design, Solve design-related problems with suppliers and internal engineering, Influence stakeholders to drive design changes
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic vision
