Senior Post-Silicon Validation Engineer (Modem SoC)

Amazon Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 159,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RSUs

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Amazon LEO is expanding global broadband access through a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites. You will be part of a team that works on cutting edge silicon engineered to operate in the harsh environment of space.

As a Senior Post Silicon Engineer, you will drive validation and characterization of the MODEM SOC and high-speed interfaces. Lead bring-up activities, develop robust test platforms, and collaborate across design, DV, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful integration of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years in bring up, validation and characterization of SOC/ASIC.
• Characterize PLL performance with jitter and phase noise.
• Familiar with I2C, SPI, I3C and eMMC.
• Experience with bench top instruments: PSU, DMM, oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, BERT, RF switches and DAQs.
• Proficient in Python and Embedded C.
• JTAG debugging with Lauterbach.

Responsibilities

• Lead validation and characterization planning for MODEM SOC and high-speed peripherals (LPDDR4, SerDes).
• Design and develop SOC test platforms with robust architectural integrity.
• Develop and maintain testbenches for high-speed interfaces (I3C, QSPI, Ethernet).
• Conduct system-level debugs with cross-functional teams (Design, DV, Architecture, Manufacturing).
• Work with FPGA, Emulators and DV Environment to ensure Bring Up.

Skills

PLL characterization

I2C/SPI/I3C/eMMC

Bench top instruments

Python

Embedded C

JTAG debugging (Lauterbach)

Bring Up / Validation

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent

Tools

Oscilloscope

DMM

Power Supply

Spectrum Analyzer

BERT

RF Switches

DAQs

Job description

Job ID: 10522921 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Amazon LEO is expanding global broadband access through a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites. You will be part of a team that works on cutting edge silicon engineered to operate in the harsh environment of space. As a Senior Post Silicon Engineer, you will be a critical member of a high-performance team responsible for bringing up, validating, and characterizing cutting-edge MODEM SOC. You will drive functional validation and characterization of high-speed interfaces and ensure successful integration of the MODEM SOC in Amazon LEO products.

Export Control Requirement:
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Key job responsibilities
• Lead comprehensive validation and characterization planning for MODEM SOC and high-speed peripherals (LPDDR4, SerDes)
• Design and develop SOC test platforms with robust architectural integrity
• Develop and maintain advanced test automation and comprehensive testbenches for high-speed interfaces and peripheral (I3C, QSPI, Ethernet)
• Conduct system-level debugs in collaboration with cross-functional teams (Design, DV, Architecture, Manufacturing)
• Work with FPGA, Emulators and DV Environment to ensure successful Bring Up.

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
- 8+ years of work experience in Bring Up, Validation and characterization of SOC or ASIC
- Proficient in characterizing PLL performance through metrics like jitter, phase noise
- Familiarity with protocols such as I2C, SPI, I3C and eMMC
- Experience using Bench top instruments such as Power Supply, DMM, High Speed Oscilloscope, Signal generator, Spectrum Analyzer, BERT, RF Switches and DAQs
- Working knowledge of programming languages such as Python and Embedded C
- Expertise with JTAG-based debugging tools (e.g., Lauterbach)

Preferred Qualifications

- 4+ Years of experience Validating and Characterizing High speed peripherals – LPDDR4 (or Equivalent) and SerDes
- Knowledge of Power Analysis and Characterization, Signal-Integrity and Power-Integrity
- Experience using FPGA or Emulator for Pre-Silicon Validation and Bring-Up Prep.
- Working knowledge of a MODEM is a plus
- High sense of ownership, urgency, and drive; resourceful, and able to deliver results with minimal direction

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

Preferred Qualifications

- 4+ Years of experience Validating and Characterizing High speed peripherals – LPDDR4 (or Equivalent) and SerDes
- Knowledge of Power Analysis and Characterization, Signal-Integrity and Power-Integrity
- Experience using FPGA or Emulator for Pre-Silicon Validation and Bring-Up Prep.
- Working knowledge of a MODEM is a plus
- High sense of ownership, urgency, and drive; resourceful, and able to deliver results with minimal direction

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

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