Staff DDR Analog Characterization Engineer
Core
Validate and characterize next-generation DDR memory interfaces (DDR5, LPDDR6) through electrical margining, signal integrity measurements, and timing analysis to ensure reliable operation across voltage, frequency, and temperature corners.
Role type
Staff IC analog characterization engineer (memory interfaces)
Builds
Industry-leading Arm SoCs with validated DDR memory subsystems (via careerplan.io/jobs/99235243504-staff-ddr-analog-characterization-engineer-at-arm)
Domain
Semiconductor / High-speed memory interfaces
Required skills
DDR/LPDDR memory interface validation, electrical margining, signal integrity analysis, timing analysis, high-bandwidth oscilloscope operation, JEDEC specifications knowledge, silicon process knowledge
Preferred skills
Python scripting for automation, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
High-bandwidth oscilloscopes, active probes, logic analyzers, signal generators, power measurement instrumentation
Responsibilities
Conduct electrical margining and signal integrity measurements; Perform timing analysis under various operating conditions; Develop and implement test plans and methodologies; Analyze test data to identify and resolve issues; Implement automation tools to improve testing efficiency; Provide detailed documentation and reports on characterization results
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic influence