Senior HSIO/DDR Bench Test Engineer

QUALCOMM, Inc.; Tijuana; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

QUALCOMM Semiconductores y Sistemas Avanzados de Baja California seeks a Post Silicon Engineer to lead test methodology development and characterization of High Speed SERDES interfaces (PCIe, USB3, UFS, DP, MIPI) and related LP‑DDR/PC‑DDR subsystems.

You will perform silicon bring‑up, debug power and signal integrity issues, coordinate with IC Design, Systems Engineering and Customer Engineering to resolve complex RMA problems, and analyze parametric data to optimize designs across conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience with high-speed test and characterization of SERDES and interfaces.
• Understanding of eye diagrams, jitter and signal integrity analysis.
• Experience with DDR/LPDDR protocols is a plus.
• Hands-on lab experience with test equipment and failure analysis.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute test methodologies for high-speed SERDES interfaces.
• Characterize LP-DDR/PC-DDR subsystems and related IOs.
• Lead first silicon bring-up and debug to qualify designs at external foundries.
• Analyze parametric data and optimize design parameters under varying conditions.
• Collaborate with IC Design, Systems Engineering, and Customer Engineering on issues and RMAs.

Skills

High Speed SerDes

DDR protocol knowledge

Lab equipment

Python/C# for test automation

English fluency

VLSI knowledge

Signal integrity

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field

Tools

J-BERT

Oscilloscopes

TDRs

VNAs

Job description

Company:QUALCOMM SEMICONDUCTORES Y SISTEMAS AVANZADOS DE BAJA CALIFORNIAJob Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware EngineeringGeneral Summary:General SummaryThis position is for the Post Silicon Engineering group that develops test solutions for highly integrated SOCs (System on Chip). Main responsibilities includes defining and executing the development of Test methodologies and characterization of High Speed SERDES Interfaces such as PCIe, USB3, UFS,DP, MIPI(DSI,CSI), PLLs and leading edge LP-DDR & PC-DDR Subsystem components (DRAM, DRAM Controller, Mixed Signal PHY IP , IOs, Clocking architecture, Delay circuits, Power Distribution Network ) as well as other proprietary interfaces . Responsibilities includes developing and executing characterization plans for High Speed Interfaces to optimize design parameters and validate electrical compliance, driving corresponding first silicon bring up & debug to qualify designs fabricated at external foundries and performing technical data analysis of parametric performance over various operating conditions and configurations. Engineer will also assist in HW design and debug power integrity (PI) and signal integrity (SI) issues related to package and board design. Engineer will be working closely with cross-functional teams such as IC Design, Systems Engineering for chip/circuit bring up and debug. Engineer will be working with Customer Engineering and Hardware Applications teams to resolve customer issues/RMA debug in a time critical environment. The individual selected for the position should be passionate about delivering quality work products, seek to continually learn about new products as well as essential knowledge of industry trends, competitor products, and advances in various engineering fields from publicly available information and assist in conducting specialized analyses (e.g., feasibility studies, signal integrity, teardown analyses).Preferred QualificationsEnglish fluent (>95% verbal and written).Master's Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.Work Experience: 3+ years preferredGood understanding of VLSI technologies, CMOS analog and digital integrated circuits , mixed-signal and semiconductor physics.Knowledge of High Speed test and characterization including eye diagram characteristics, differential signals, jitter analysis , signal integrity etc is preferred.Familiarity with SERDES Characterization /Validation and Transmitter, Receiver design blocks is a plus.Familiarity with DDR 2/3/4/5, LPDDR 2/3/4/5 protocol, timing diagrams and device specifications is a plus.Hands on experience with lab equipment such as Oscilloscopes, TDRs/VNAs, J-BERT etc is preferred.Experience with Python/C# for test automation is a plus.Familiarity with Board Design concepts (Schematic reviews, Layout best practices etc) is a plus.Good ASIC device level characterization skills. System level knowledge is a plus.Strong verbal and written communications skills as well as good organization and documentation skills.Strong problem solving & debugging skills. Ability to work independently and with good initiative to overcome technical challenges.Strong Interpersonal and teamwork skills with proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment.Minimum QualificationsEnglish fluent (>95% verbal and written).Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.Work Experience: 5+ year of experience in related areas.Able to work independently and with good initiative to overcome technical challenges.Strong verbal and written communications skills. Able to organize effectively and document work thoroughly while working with local and remote team.Minimum Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.ORMaster's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.ORPhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field.Applicants : Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail [e-mail] or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here . 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