Principal Application Engineer

Wabtec; Duluth (GA); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Renesas Electronics is seeking an experienced Application Engineer to join the Renesas Memory Interface Validation and Apps team. The role focuses on post-silicon validation, implementing hardware and software solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic lab environment.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in post-silicon validation, strong DDR/SERDES proficiency, and hands-on lab experience, with Python-based test automation and clear technical writing abilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of direct experience in post‑Silicon applications, debug, and validation.
• Strong knowledge of DDR3/DDR4/DDR5 and/or SERDES protocols, testing and application.
• Familiar with computer system architecture, especially for Intel x86 server system.
• Skilled in the use of lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, pattern generators, ATE, Logic Analyzers.
• Skilled in test automation development using Python.
• Experience in high‑speed test board design, analysis, and debug.
• Familiarity with DIMM RCD, Data Buffer and I2C and I3C devices is a plus.
• Good writing skills desired.

Responsabilités

• Support product development life cycle from conception to production release; interface with multiple teams.
• Understand requirements and challenges from the application environment.
• Expand knowledge of Renesas Memory Interface product offerings.
• Work with customers to help them achieve goals and solve problems.
• Write application notes and other documentation for customers and partners.
• Develop solutions to maximize performance of Renesas products in user environments.
• Participate in development of new product specifications to keep Renesas competitive.
• Design and debug hardware and software for lab validation and qualification.

Connaissances

DDR protocols

Python

Lab equipment

Hardware/Software co-design

Post-silicon validation

Formation

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering

Outils

Oscilloscopes

Pattern Generators

ATE

Logic Analyzers

Description du poste

Job Description

Seeking an experienced Application engineer to work with the Renesas Memory Interface Validation and Apps team on state-of-the‑art products such as RCD and data buffers. This is a position with high visibility and high growth potential.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Support product development life cycle from conception to production release. This involves interfacing with multiple functional teams including Design Engineering, Test Engineering, Quality Assurance, and other engineering groups.

• Achieve thorough and methodic understanding of requirements and challenges from the application environment.

• Continuously expand detailed knowledge of Renesas Memory Interface product offerings.

• Work with customers to help them achieve their goals and solve problems.

• Write application notes and other documentation for external customers and partners, as well as for internal company users.

• Develop solutions to help maximize performance of Renesas products in the user application environment.

• Participate in the development of new product specifications to help ensure Renesas products will remain competitive in the field.

• Design and debug hardware and software for lab validation and qualification purposes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of direct experience in post‑Silicon applications, debug, and validation.

• Strong knowledge of DDR3/DDR4/DDR5 and/or SERDES protocols, testing and application.

• Familiar with computer system architecture, especially for Intel x86 server system.

• Skilled in the use of lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, pattern generators, ATE, Logic Analyzers.

• Skilled in test automation development using Python.

• Experience in high‑speed test board design, analysis, and debug.

• Familiarity with DIMM RCD, Data Buffer and I2C and I3C devices is a plus.

• Good writing skills desired.

Education

• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related, with 10+ years of relevant experience.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related, with 15+ years of relevant experience.

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.

Renesas Electronics deals with dual‑use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.