Signal and Power Integrity Technical Lead
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Signal and Power Integrity Technical Lead
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Common Hardware Group (CHG) SI team is seeking a Signal and Power Integrity Technical Lead for design and analysis of high-speed interconnects and power distribution networks. As a member of the SI team, you will help develop the next generations of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Switch and Router and AI/ML products, participate in the definition and design of current and next-generation ASICs, packages, printed circuit boards (PCBs), and system interconnects.
Your Impact
- Model and simulate High-speed links, including high-speed I/O, IC package, and system interconnections.
- Model and analyze power delivery networks.
- Electromagnetic modeling of complex 3D structures.
- Perform pre- and post-route signal integrity analysis of both PCB and ASIC package designs.
- Write signal integrity design guidelines, test plans, and test reports.
- Decide appropriate PCB material, stack-up, and work with vendors to address any DFM (Design for Manufacturability) issues.
- Support prototype function bring-up, validation, and troubleshooting.
- Work closely with other hardware function teams including HW design, eCAD, Mechanical, Power, EMC, and Diagnostics to deliver first-class products.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior SI/PI engineers, foster skill development and best practices within the team.
- Drive definition, implementation, and continuous improvement of advanced SI/PI methodologies, simulation flows, and design processes.
- Contribute to the overall SI/PI technology roadmap, evaluate new tools, techniques, and design approaches to maintain competitive edge.
- Lead the investigation and resolution of highly complex, system-level signal and power integrity challenges that span multiple domains (ASIC, package, PCB, system).
- Lead comprehensive SI/PI design reviews, providing expert guidance and ensuring adherence to stringent performance and reliability targets.
Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of related experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in BSEE, or 8+ years of experience with a Master’s Degree, relevant/transferable professional work, and/or classroom learning.
- BSEE degree.
- Experience applying EE fundamentals, EM theory, and coupling mechanisms in circuit or system design, analysis, or troubleshooting through projects, coursework, or work experience.
- Hands-on experience with simulation or analysis of transmission lines, channel modeling, and signal/power integrity via academic or professional projects.
- Practical experience configuring and interpreting measurements from VNA, TDR, and oscilloscopes, demonstrated in lab, research, or engineering roles.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong tools knowledge with tools such as HFSS, ADS, MATLAB, Cadence PowerSI/DC, Allegro, Simbeor, and HSpice.
- Proficiency with 3-D field solvers and PI (Power Integrity) simulation tools such as PowerSI/DC.
- Self-motivation, collaboration, strong communication, and a desire to innovate are important.
- Working experience with high-speed NRZ and PAM4 SerDes, as well as high-speed PCB/package development and PI analysis, is a plus.
- Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering.
- Knowledge of optical transceiver module types, form factors, and requirements.
Why [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], and our power starts with you.
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