Senior Analog Validation/Characterization Engineer

NXP Semiconductors • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

We are looking for a mid-level Mixed-Signal Engineer to join our Automotive Semiconductor division. This role bridges the gap between pre-silicon design and post-silicon reality. You will spend roughly 50% of your time developing behavioral models to speed up chip simulation and 50% of your time in the lab performing hands-on validation of high-speed transceiver silicon.

Requirements

• Education: BSEE or MSEE with 3+ years of experience in IC modeling, design, or validation.
• Simulation Tools: Experience with Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre, or similar mixed-signal simulation environments.
• Modeling Languages: Proficiency in SystemVerilog (Real Number Modeling preferred) or Verilog-A.
• Test & Measurement: Hands-on experience with high-speed lab equipment for signal integrity and performance testing.
• Software/Scripting: Strong Python skills for automation (knowledge of libraries like NumPy, Matplotlib, or PyVISA is a plus).

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with high-speed serial standards (e.g., SerDes, Ethernet, or PCIe).
• Experience working within a structured Product Development Process (PDP) in a large-scale semiconductor environment.
• Understanding of basic signal integrity concepts (jitter, eye diagrams, insertion loss).

Responsibilities

• AMS Modeling: Create and maintain behavioral models (SystemVerilog/RNM, Verilog-A) for mixed-signal blocks to support full-chip functional verification.
• Hardware Validation: Perform bench-top characterization of high-speed transceivers (10G+) using standard lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, VNAs, BERTs).
• Python Scripting: Develop and optimize Python scripts to automate lab measurements, parse large datasets, and generate validation reports.
• Simulation: Run mixed-signal co-simulations (Cadence Virtuoso/Spectre) to verify connectivity and basic functionality of analog-digital interfaces.
• Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with Design and Verification teams to debug silicon issues and correlate lab results with simulation data.

Benefits

• We also provide competitive benefits, incentive compensation, and/or equity for certain roles.
• Company benefits include health.
• dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k), and paid leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level