Characterization Engineer 100%

Kandou Bus SA; Saint-Sulpice; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Kandou Bus SA in Lausanne, Switzerland, is seeking a Characterization Engineer (100% workload) to lead end-to-end high-speed SerDes characterization in a lab setting. The role requires hands-on measurements of jitter, eye diagrams, BER, and margin across PVT, plus coverage of TX/RX parameters and S-parameter tests.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in high-speed analog/digital characterization, strong Python scripting, and experience with oscilloscopes, VNAs, and spectrum analyzers.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in EE/CE or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of related work experience in high-speed analog/digital characterization.
• Experience with test automation and data analysis using Python.

Aufgaben

• Lead end-to-end characterization of high-speed SerDes above 20 Gbaud.
• Perform jitter, eye-diagram, BER and margin measurements across PVT.
• Characterize transmitter and receiver electrical parameters.
• Conduct S-parameter, TDR, and insertion loss measurements.
• Collaborate with IP architects and design teams.
• Document test results and procedures.
• Develop and maintain test scripts for automation in Python.

Kenntnisse

High-speed SerDes characterization

Python programming

Cross-functional collaboration

SI concepts and TX/RX fundamentals

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s in EE/CE

Tools

Oscilloscopes

VNAs

Spectrum Analyzers

Jobbeschreibung

Characterization Engineer 100%

Kandou Bus SA

CDI à 100% de suite ou à convenir.

At Kandou, we are redefining the economics of AI infrastructure. Our mission is to democratise AI by significantly reducing the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of hardware systems — a critical barrier to scalable adoption.

Our proprietary MIMO-over-copper technology powers a high-performance, chiplet-based AI memory fabric that is both scalable and energy-efficient. Unlike traditional interconnects, our solution reduces power consumption significantly while preserving high bandwidth and ultra-low latency — unlocking unprecedented efficiency for AI training and inference at scale.

Kandou’s architecture is not just an incremental improvement — it’s a foundational shift in how AI hardware is built for the future.

We are actively seeking a Characterization Engineer for our lab in Switzerland (Lausanne)

Responsibility:

• Lead end-to-end characterization of high-speed SerDes operating at symbol rates above 20 Gbaud
• Perform jitter, eye-diagram, BER, and margin measurements across PVT
• Characterize full transmitter and receiver electrical parameters
• Perform S-parameter, TDR and insertion loss measurements
• Collaborate with IP architects, digital and analog design teams
• Documentation of test results and procedures
• Write and architect test scripts for automation in Python

Required Experience:

• Proven experience characterizing high-speed SerDes designs (>20Baud) over PVT
• Proven knowledge in both TX and RX characteristics for high-speed designs
• Proven experience using high-speed oscilloscopes, VNAs, and Spectrum Analyzers above 30GHz
• Experience defining test plans and test procedures
• Experience with Python, or other object-oriented programming for test automation, data analysis and report generation
• Experience with PAM modulation or multi-tonal modulation schemes is a plus
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience

Required Competencies:

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility
• Good communicator and team player, with experience working in cross-functional teams
• Strong interest and experience in characterizing high-speed analog circuits
• Solid understanding of: SI concepts, modulation schemes, TX and RX fundamentals
• Experience with Python or other object-oriented languages
• Experience using high-speed oscilloscopes, VNAs, and Spectrum Analyzers
• Ability to multitask in a high energy environment
• Schematic entry or PCB design is a plus

Required Education:

• Bachelor´s or Master´s degree in EE, CE, or equivalent work experience

• Work location 1025 St-Sulpice VD (VD)
• Workload 100%
• Employment start Immediately
• Employment duration Permanent
• Qualification skilled
• Work experience More than 3 years
• Education Bachelor’s degree from a university of applied sciences or equivalent
• English Orally : Very good knowledge Written : Very good knowledge
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