Senior Staff Signal & Power Integrity Engineer

MaxLinear, Inc. • Carlsbad, CA

73d • $114,504 - $177,725

About The Position

MaxLinear is seeking a Principal Signal & Power Integrity Engineer (SI/PI Engineer) to join our team. In this role, you will focus on the development of state-of-the-art packages and printed circuit boards (PCBs) for MaxLinear’s next generation products. You will perform SI/PI simulations and optimization to ensure critical signals meet their required specifications. The position involves designing and simulating high-speed signal interfaces and power distribution networks (PDN) for advanced communications SoC packages and PCBs. You will work on a diverse set of products and applications including RF/mm-wave modems and transceivers, 5G communication, wireless connectivity, and optical communications (PAM4 800G/1.6Tbps DSPs and TIAs) for data center connectivity and storage for AI applications.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of Electromagnetic fundamentals, transmission lines, and microwave theory
• Experience designing and simulating signal and power integrity solutions for high-speed system components (packages, PCB, connectors)
• Experience with high-speed channel simulations for SerDes and transient simulations for SI and PI
• Understanding of S-parameters, Smith Chart, and frequency domain analysis
• Proficiency in use of 2.5D and 3D simulation tools such as ANSYS HFSS, SIwave, Cadence Sigrity tools, or similar field solvers
• Expertise in time and frequency domain analysis using simulation tools like ADS and SPECTRE
• Hands-on experience with lab measurement equipment like Spectrum Analyzer, Vector Network Analyzer (VNA), Oscilloscopes, TDR
• Ability to manage package development in collaboration with cross functional teams including systems, IC design, IC physical layout, package/PCB layout, and test/characterization teams
• Self-motivated with ability to work effectively in both independent and team settings
• Strong communication, presentation, and documentation skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills; Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience with layout tools such as Cadence Allegro and APD
• Understanding of different IEEE and Optical standards to define design guidelines
• Experience with electro-optic integration on packages; co-packaging of DC-DC convertors, regulator, TIAs, and optical drivers. Multi-chip package design
• Familiarity with IC design flows, floor-planning, IO ring design, on-chip decoupling, on-die EM/IR analysis
• BS in Electrical Engineering or related + 7 years of experience, or MS + 5 years of experience, or Ph.D. + 2 years of experience

Responsibilities

• Development of state-of-the-art packages and printed circuit boards (PCBs) for MaxLinear’s next generation products
• Perform SI/PI simulations and optimization to ensure critical signals meet their required specifications
• Design and simulate high-speed signal interfaces and power distribution networks (PDN) for advanced communications SoC packages and PCBs
• Work on a diverse set of products and applications including RF/mm-wave modems and transceivers, 5G communication, wireless connectivity, and optical communications (PAM4 800G/1.6Tbps DSPs and TIAs) for data center connectivity and storage for AI applications

Benefits

• Health care benefits
• 401k savings plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees