Systems Engineering Analog IC Validation

Broadcom Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Equity grants

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Paid time off

Job summary

Broadcom Inc. is seeking an Analog IC Validation engineer to define, develop, and execute tests ensuring Broadcom products meet standards and perform in applications.

You will work with analog, digital, firmware, and board teams in a lab environment, building test features for evaluation and production cards, and debugging complex signal integrity issues. The role emphasizes collaboration, automation with Python, and hands-on validation across pre/post-silicon phases, including test equipment

Qualifications

• US work authorization is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of related work experience in analog validation.
• Strong understanding of transmission line theory and high-speed I/O.
• Experience with jitter and EMI sources.
• Experience using VNAs, TDRs, spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes.
• Python programming with C and MATLAB familiarity.
• Automation of test scripts, preferably in Python.
• Experience with SPICE/ADS and IBIS-AMI models.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect characterization procedures to meet SAS, SATA, PCIe, NVMe, DDR4, and Onfi standards.
• Review and execute robust validation test plans on prototype silicon.
• Collaborate with firmware, high-speed I/O, and digital IC teams in pre/post-silicon validation.
• Develop Python scripts to control test equipment and automate tasks.
• Create host software tools for low-level system validation.
• Develop SI simulation models for customer use.
• Work with board development to define evaluation board tests.
• Identify and resolve signal quality issues from layout of cards.
• Support design partners with bring-up and signal integrity issues.
• Drive debugging and resolution at the system level; propose workarounds.
• Present technical information to engineering teams; educate FAEs on features.
• Collaborate with publications on engineering notes and manuals.

Skills

Python scripting

C programming

MATLAB

Automation testing

System-level debugging

Signal integrity

High-speed I/O

Learning new tech

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

VNAs

TDRs

Spectrum analyzers

Real-time oscilloscopes

Job description

Analog IC Validation Job Description

The Analog IC Validation team is responsible for defining, developing, and utilizing test procedures to ensure that the products designed by Broadcom meet all applicable industry standards and perform as expected in their intended applications. Analog IC Validation engineers work with the other engineering departments (Analog designers, hardware, and software) to validate and debug new products in a lab environment. This team is continuously working with state-of-the-art test equipment, on leading-edge storage silicon, and developing tests for an ever-evolving high-speed serial industry.

Responsibilities

• Architect characterization procedures and tests geared towards ensuring compliance with SAS, SATA, PCIe, NVMe, DDR4, and Onfi standards.
• Review and execute robust validation test plans on prototype silicon
• Work in parallel with Firmware development, High-speed I/O designers, and Digital IC design teams as part of the pre/post-silicon validation process
• Develop Python scripts to control test equipment and automate various validation tasks.
• Develop host software tools and applications for low-level system validation
• Develop SI simulation models for customer consumption
• Work with the board development team to define evaluation board test features
• Partner with board development teams to identify and resolve signal quality issues associated with the layout of evaluation and production cards
• Support design partners bring up and resolve signal integrity related customer issues
• Drive technical debug and the resolution of issues encountered at the system level.
• Propose creative workarounds and implement solutions to complex problems.
• Effectively present technical information to teams of engineers.
• Educate Field Application Engineers (FAEs) on new product features and operation
• Work with the Technical Publications group on engineering notes, data sheets, and architectural manuals

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the US
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years related work experience.
• A solid understanding of transmission line theory and high-speed I/O operation
• Some experience with the sources of jitter and EMI.
• Experience with the use of VNAs, TDRs, spectrum analyzers, and real-time oscilloscopes
• Ability to write and debug programs written in Python with some experience in C and MATLAB
• Experience developing/debugging automated test scripts preferably in Python
• Experience running Analog simulation tools like SPICE or ADS with IBIS-AMI models
• Solid understanding of computer architecture and system-level operation/execution
• Practical experience in system level debug with good problem-solving skills
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies
• Good communication skills, including verbal, presentation, and documentation
• Work well in a team and as an individually

Additional thoughts/comments/notes regarding job… In general, the Analog Systems Engineer is involved with the product from the beginning. We work closely with analog and digital designers to define the HW test features needed to properly test our products to the relevant specifications. While in the design phase, the engineers are involved in the evaluation and selection of test equipment. Early pre-silicon work may involve developing tests and automation code utilizing test chips. Validation of our products requires a multitude of setup changes and is a combination of manual and automated tests. Good debug skills and attention to detail are a must when validating signals at the data rate utilized by our parts. Once the validation is complete we support customer bring up and help to debug any issues they may encounter.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 91,100.00 To USD 146,000.00

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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