Principal Hardware SI/PI Architect

SiTime Corporation•Santa Clara, CA

6d•$148,320 - $203,840

About The Position

The Principal Hardware Signal Integrity/Power Integrity Architect is accountable for system-level electrical design and for establishing signal and power integrity simulation methodologies used to develop hardware platforms for validation, testing, and high-volume production of MEMS timing products. The role uses advanced signal integrity and PCB design expertise to deliver solutions that support optimal system performance, in collaboration with cross-functional teams. It also supports product quality and reliability through comprehensive testing processes. The position leads SI design initiatives and establishes SI/PI methodologies across hardware platforms, including validation environments, probing stations, load boards, and production test systems. It evaluates new technologies and techniques, delivers cost-effective solutions through analysis, simulation, experimental design, and verification, and collaborates with circuit design, packaging, board design, and product teams on system components and architectures. The role also performs root-cause analysis and resolution to help deliver high-quality, first-pass-success hardware infrastructure. SiTime describes itself as a precision timing company whose MEMS-based programmable timing solutions are used across applications including AI datacenters, automated driving, industrial and humanoid robots, wearables, and IoT. The role offers a quarterly bonus tied to innovation goals and equity grants. The stated pay range is $148,320–$203,840 USD.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Over 10 years of expertise in hardware system design, including comprehensive signal integrity analysis and optimization.
Proficiency with PCB design tools such as Altium, Allegro, and APD, and ability to conduct thorough PCB reviews.
In-depth knowledge of server technologies, including signal and power integrity design and optimization, thermal management, and mechanical considerations for PCB and system design.
Experience designing high-speed interfaces such as DDR, PCIe, and USB.
Strong background in transmission line and electromagnetic field theory, including time- and frequency-domain analysis.
Ability to extract S-parameters or lumped models from packages and PCBs, convert them to Spice or behavioral circuit models, and evaluate performance through simulation.
Experience with MIPI, I2C, SPI, and UART interfaces.
Proficiency in impedance-controlled board design and manufacturing.
Ability to conduct laboratory measurements using an oscilloscope, phase noise analyzer, VNA, and TDR.
Demonstrates self-motivation and commitment to achieving meaningful results.
Ability and enthusiasm to contribute effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet stringent deadlines.
Willingness and ability to take a hands-on approach, engage with technical details, resolve issues, and guide the team.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead signal integrity design initiatives for system platforms supporting SiTime timing products across business units and applications.
Establish signal and power integrity methodologies across hardware platforms, including validation environments, probing stations, load boards, and production test systems.
Identify, assess, and integrate technologies, components, and techniques to improve signal and power integrity performance.
Conduct analysis, simulations, experimental design, and verification to deliver robust, cost-effective signal integrity solutions.
Collaborate with circuit design, packaging, board design, and product teams to define reliable components and architectures at the package, socket, connector, and board levels.
Perform root-cause analysis and resolve signal and power integrity challenges to support high-quality, first-pass-success hardware infrastructure.
Support product quality and reliability through comprehensive testing processes.