Analog Mixed Signal Validation Engineer

Meta; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 142,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta is seeking an AMS Chip Application Engineer to work with a world-class team on high-performance AR/VR chips. The role involves post-silicon validation, firmware development, and collaboration across engineering teams to enhance validation infrastructure. Candidates should have a strong background in analog mixed signal ICs and proven leadership skills.

Benefits

Bonus

Equity

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in post-Si validation and firmware development.
• Experience in developing validation infrastructure.
• Solid understanding of analog mixed signal designs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers to develop post-Si validation plans.
• Drive post-Si debug efforts and root-cause analysis.
• Support device integration and system-level validation.

Skills

Programming in Python

Programming in C++

Post-Si validation

Firmware development

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

BERT

Logic analyzers

Job description

Our silicon team is pushing the state-of-the-art with breakthrough work in computer vision, machine learning, mixed reality, graphics, power delivery, interconnect, displays, sensors, and new ways to map the human body. We work across the entire stack of system design, from transistors, architectures, firmware, and algorithms. Our chips will enable AR and VR devices to mix and match the real and virtual worlds throughout the day.As an AMS Chip Application Engineer at Meta, you will work with a world-class group of engineers creating high-performance and low-power custom designs for our AR/VR chips. Special focus areas will include breakthrough displays, sensors, interconnects and power. Your primary responsibility will include interfacing with analog mixed signal/digital designers, system engineers, firmware engineers to develop and execute post-silicon validation test plan, silicon bringup and debug as well as developing post-Si validation infrastructure and automation toolkits for analog mixed signal ICs. We value effective communication skills and cross-functional teamwork.

Analog Mixed Signal Validation Engineer Responsibilities

Collaborate with AMS/digital designers to develop post-Si validation plan and execute the validation plan

Drive post-Si debug efforts and root-cause analysis to identify work arounds and Si fixes

Support device integration and system-level validation from IC perspective

Shape post-Si validation infrastructure including hardware, software, and automation scripts to improve execution quality and efficiency

Develop firmware for AMS ICs and collaborate with designers/verification engineers for pre-Si verification

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

5+ years of experience in post-Si validation and firmware development for analog mixed signal ICs and/or IPs

Experience in developing Post-Si validation infrastructure with working knowledge of lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, BERT, logic analyzers etc.

Solid experience in programming languages (Python, C++)

Solid understanding of one or more analog mixed signal designs such as high-speed I/O, low noise sensor, power management ICs, VCSEL drivers

Proven track record of project and team leadership

Self-motivated and independently managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

7+ years of experience in post-Si validation and firmware development for analog mixed signal ICs and/or IPs

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About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

$142,000/year to $203,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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