Staff Signal Integrity and Power Integrity Engineer (SI/PI)
Core
Define SI/PI architectures and ensure signal quality, timing, and power delivery robustness for next-generation robotaxi electronic systems.
Role type
Staff IC Signal and Power Integrity Engineer
Builds
High-complexity, high-density PCBs and overall system designs for autonomous vehicles
Domain
Automotive hardware engineering / High-speed digital design
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
High-speed interface design (PCIe, Ethernet, MIPI, GMSL), Memory interface design (LPDDR), PDN analysis (DC IR drop, AC impedance), Electromagnetics and transmission line theory, SI/PI simulation, Lab characterization (VNA, TDR, oscilloscope), Root-cause analysis
Preferred skills
Automotive industry experience (ADAS/AV), High-layer-count HDI PCB design, Advanced packaging knowledge
Technologies
Ansys HFSS/SIwave, Keysight ADS, Cadence Sigrity, Siemens EDA/HyperLynx
Responsibilities
Lead SI/PI architecture and define constraints for complex PCBs; Collaborate with hardware, silicon, and mechanical teams on stack-ups and routing; Analyze and sign off on high-speed serial links and memory interfaces; Architect PDN analysis and simulation methodologies; Perform hands-on root-cause analysis and lab measurements; Mentor junior to senior engineers
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic influence