Sr. Post-Silicon Validation Engineer, RF/Mixed-Signal

Nutanix; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking an engineer for RF/mixed-signal bring-up and validation of RF IP. The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, experiment design, and automation using Python, C#, and AI-assisted tools.

The position focuses on pre- and post-silicon activities, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enable production readiness of RF blocks in modem/test environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on lab experience with RF/mixed-signal blocks.
• Experience in data analysis and scripting.
• Experience using AI-assisted tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Post-silicon bring-up, validation, and characterization of mixed-signal and RF IP.
• Design and execute experiments to characterize performance and extrapolate data.
• Develop test hardware and software to support characterization and enablement.
• Create and maintain lab automation frameworks using Python, C#, and AI tools.

Skills

RF/mixed-signal

Lab instrumentation

Python

C#

AI-assisted tools

Data analysis

Scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Master's degree preferred

PhD in related field

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

JTAG debuggers

High-speed digitizers

Python

C#

Job description

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware EngineeringGeneral Summary:Job DescriptionQualcomm Technologies Incorporated (QTI) is seeking to add a talented engineer to the RFMS Product Development (PDTE) team. The RFMS Mixed‑Signal PDTE team is responsible for Pre-silicon DFT Planning, post‑silicon mixed‑signal IP validation, SoC lab bring‑up, characterization, and production enablement.This role focuses on the bring‑up, development, and validation of modem and RF mixed‑signal blocks, ensuring end‑to‑end functionality of the RF transceiver chain. The position is highly hands‑on and lab‑focused, with strong emphasis on debug, automation, data analysis, and test hardware/software development.We are looking for individuals with a passion for lab work, a solid understanding of mixed‑signal systems, and strong scripting and data‑analysis skills, including experience leveraging modern AI‑assisted tools.Key ResponsibilitiesPost‑silicon bring‑up, validation, and characterization of mixed‑signal and RF IPDesign and execute experiments to characterize performance, remove bias, and extrapolate sample data to broader populationsDevelopment of test hardware and software to support characterization and production enablementCreation and maintenance of lab automation frameworks using Python, C#, and AI‑assisted toolsSupport production IP qualification, yield analysis, and manufacturing enablementCollaborate with cross‑functional teams including design, validation, and manufacturingMinimum QualificationsStrong understanding of RF and mixed‑signal block architectures and measurement methodologiesHands‑on experience with common lab equipment such as: Spectrum analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Logic analyzersProgramming and scripting experience for data analysis and tool development: Python, C#, AI‑assisted toolsExperience with statistical data analysis, including Designing experiments, Bias reduction, Predictive analysis from limited sample setsKnowledge of mixed‑signal or analog PCB design and debugPreferred QualificationsExperience working with AI tools, including agentic AI workflowsBackground in silicon bring‑up, lab automation, and algorithm / DSP developmentHands‑on experience with advanced lab equipment, such as: High‑speed digitizers, High‑speed serial data analyzer, JTAG debuggersExperience in one or more of the following: Python, C#, Embedded systems developmentEducationBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (required)Master’s degree in Electrical / computer engineering, Information Systems, or related field ( Preferred)Minimum Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.ORMaster's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.ORPhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field.Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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