SerDes Characterization Lead for Cloud Infrastructure

Google Inc.

Sunnyvale (CA)

On-site

USD 236,000 - 329,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Google Cloud is seeking a SerDes Characterization Lead to own high‑speed IP, silicon and system characterization across data center platforms in Sunnyvale, CA. You will define strategies, lead lab automation, and collaborate with Silicon Architecture, ASIC Design, and packaging teams to translate measurements into future hardware.

The role requires a Bachelor's in EE/related field and 8+ years in SerDes characterization or PHY design, plus 5+ years in technical leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
8 years of experience in high-speed SerDes characterization, silicon and system validation, or electrical physical layer (PHY) design.
5 years of experience in technical leadership driving silicon or hardware characterization programs.
Experience participating in or contributing to industry standards bodies (e.g., IEEE, OIF, PCI-SIG, or similar).

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical lead and owner for high-speed SerDes IP, silicon, and system characterization across data center and AI/ML accelerator platforms.
Define comprehensive SerDes characterization strategies, test methodologies, equipment procurement, and lab automation infrastructure from early silicon bring-up to production readiness.
Represent the organization in industry standard bodies (e.g., IEEE 802.3, OIF-CEI) and drive adoption of emerging electrical and optical interconnect technologies.
Partner cross-functionally with Silicon Architecture, ASIC Design, Signal/Power Integrity, System hardware, and Packaging teams to correlate lab measurements with simulations and influence future architecture.