Cross-Functional Engineer, Staff
Core
Design, analyze, and optimize high-performance interconnects (high-speed SerDes) ensuring accurate analog modeling, mixed-signal system verification, analog calibration, and power estimation.
Role type
Staff Cross-Functional Engineer (Analog/Mixed-Signal Verification & Modeling)
Builds
High-speed wired connectivity solutions (SerDes) embedded in semiconductors for data centers, AI, 5G, and autonomous vehicles.
Domain
Semiconductor / Analog Mixed-Signal Design / High-Speed Interconnects
Required skills
High-speed SerDes architecture, behavioral modeling, calibration algorithms, SystemVerilog, analog design fundamentals, EDA tools, digital RTL, firmware (C), power estimation, silicon validation support, technical mentorship
Preferred skills
SPICE simulators, AMS simulation tools, IEEE 802.3/OIF standards, scripting (Python/Matlab), lab equipment (oscilloscopes, TDR, VNA)
Technologies
Cadence, Synopsys, SPICE, MATLAB, Verilog, VHDL, SystemVerilog, C, Python
Responsibilities
Oversee development and verification of behavioral models for analog/mixed-signal circuits; Collaborate to define and implement calibration algorithms; Simulate analog subsystems to confirm functionality and design characteristics; Work with digital/firmware teams to ensure proper interaction between components; Support silicon bring-up and correlate pre/post-silicon measurements; Develop and maintain power models; Guide and mentor engineers in modeling and verification techniques
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with mentorship