SERDES Characterization Engineer II: High-Speed Interfaces

Microchip Technology Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in Burnaby, BC, is seeking a SERDES Characterization Engineer II to join the Electrical Characterization team.

You will validate and optimize SERDES interfaces up to 32Gbps NRZ or 128Gbps PAM4 and build automated test platforms across PVT conditions to enable high-volume deployment in data centers, automotive, and space applications. You will collaborate with mixed-signal designers to characterize architectures, including multi-mode transmitters, PLLs, CDRs, and DFEs,

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics.
• 1-2 years related experience in the field.
• Knowledge of semiconductor fundamentals, circuit theory and high-speed signals.
• Hands-on proficiency with lab instruments such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, BERTS and VNAs.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Hardware experience with high-speed analog circuits in a lab or test environment.
• Familiarity with script-based test automation using Python or other languages.

Responsibilities

• Shape next-generation IP — Drive R&D efforts on new mixed-signal designs, pushing the boundaries of electrical performance on state-of-the-art SERDES.
• Build smart tools — Develop automated test scripts and custom firmware that streamline SERDES performance tuning and unlock faster iteration.
• Engineer test hardware — Design high-performance PCBs and lab hardware that enable rigorous electrical compliance testing.
• Solve hard problems — Dig into complex SERDES circuit failures, root‑cause issues, and translate findings into concrete design improvements.
• Communicate impact — Author clear, detailed characterization plans and high-quality technical reports that guide design decisions across the team.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Analog & mixed-signal

High-speed signals

Lab instrumentation

Python scripting

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics

Tools

Spectrum Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

BERTS

VNAs

Python

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc. in Burnaby, BC, is seeking a SERDES Characterization Engineer II to join the Electrical Characterization team.

You will validate and optimize SERDES interfaces up to 32Gbps NRZ or 128Gbps PAM4 and build automated test platforms across PVT conditions to enable high-volume deployment in data centers, automotive, and space applications. You will collaborate with mixed-signal designers to characterize architectures, including multi-mode transmitters, PLLs, CDRs, and DFEs,