Senior Serdes System Design Engineer/Architect

Broadcom; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Employee Stock Purchase Program

401(K) with company matching

Paid sick leave and vacation time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Austin is seeking a DSP/System Design Engineer to work on high-speed Serdes products. The role involves designing advanced signal processing algorithms, developing simulation models, and collaborating with design teams. The ideal candidate has a B.S.E.E. or M.S.E.E. with relevant experience, demonstrating expertise in digital signal processing and communication theory. This position offers a competitive salary between $108,000 and $192,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with B.S.E.E. or 6 years with M.S.E.E.
• Experience in designing high-speed Clock and Data Recovery (CDR) PLLs is a plus.
• Knowledge of IEEE 802.3/OIF Serdes standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop channel models and run simulations for Serdes architecture.
• Document signal processing block requirements and lab test plans.
• Develop and run system-level simulation suites for architectural evaluations.

Skills

Communication Theory

Digital Signal Processing

MATLAB

C/C++ programming

Lab skills

Education

B.S.E.E. or M.S.E.E.

Job description

Job Description:

This is a DSP/Systems Design Engineering position for high-speed Serdes products in the Physical Layer Products (PLP) Division. You will join a team of expert communication system/mixed‑signal ASIC designers involved in the design, verification, and implementation of advanced signal processing algorithms for the physical layer of high‑speed Serdes at speeds of 100G+.

The types of algorithms that will be implemented include PAM & other higher‑order modulation, single/multi‑input adaptive equalizers/cancellers, single/multi‑dimensioned FEC, digital filters, and interface/integration with analog functions and analysis and compensation for analog circuit non‑idealities.

You will be collaborating closely with analog & digital designers to successfully implement the algorithms in advanced silicon technology nodes and work with DVT/lab engineers to validate your designs for high‑volume production.

You will support the group contribute to the development of next‑generation wireline communications standards at standard bodies such as IEEE and OIF.

Responsibilities:

• Develop channel models and run simulations to help define Serdes architecture
• Define and document signal processing block requirements, architecture, and lab test plan
• Develop bit‑exact MATLAB and C/C++ system models for simulation and verification
• Develop and run system‑level simulation suites of the Serdes to evaluate architectural tradeoffs
• Work with the design team to perform vector matching verification with RTL simulations
• Develop, test, and debug firmware associated with physical layer functionality
• Lab testing and debugging of Serdes
• Documentation/application note development and customer support
• Support marketing group with customer meetings and collateral

Requirements:

• B.S.E.E. plus 8+ years relevant experience OR M.S.E.E. plus 6 years required
• Expert knowledge in Communication Theory
• Expert knowledge in Digital Signal Processing algorithms
• Working knowledge of Analog circuit behavior
• Working knowledge of Transmission line theory and s‑parameter
• Expert in MATLAB, C/C++ programming
• Good hands‑on skills in the lab
• Experience in designing high‑speed Clock and Data Recovery (CDR) PLLs is a very big plus
• Experience in equalization techniques for wireline communication applications such as read‑channel is also a very big plus
• RTL coding is a plus
• Knowledge of IEEE 802.3/OIF 100G/200G/400G Serdes standards and PCIe Gen6/Gen7 standards is a plus

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $108,000 - $192,000.

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

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