Staff Application Engineer

Renesas Electronics•San Jose, CA

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Staff Application Engineer to join our team focusing on system level solutions using USB protocols. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving the validation, implementation, and optimization of memory systems, specifically focusing on USB protocols and performance efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, to ensure that systems meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related field).
7+ years of experience in power management, USB protocol compliance testing, memory system design, or related fields
Hands-on experience with bench validation of analog, digital, and power management devices
Strong knowledge of USB physical layer measurements and electrical compliance testing (including high-speed tests, jitter, eye diagram analysis, EOP width, mask testing and ringing)
Strong understanding and knowledge of analog and mixed signal circuits (such as amplifiers, temperature sensors, ADC, DAC, voltage regulators, and related power components)
Automation experience using LabVIEW, Python or similar programming languages
Experience with customer support for technical design and resolving any issues at the application level
Experience with developing customer reports, Application notes, datasheets and other technical collateral
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to cross-functional teams and customers.

Nice To Haves

Master’s in electrical engineering (or a related field).
3+ years of focus on DDR5 or similar high-speed memory technologies will be a plus
Familiarity with DDR JEDEC standards and protocols is a plus

Responsibilities

Validation of new products within the memory modules and controllers, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements. This includes heavy bench measurements to collect data and validate full functionality of new products.
Conduct analysis of different memory modules to identify performance and develop strategies to enhance system power efficiency without compromising performance.
Create and maintain bench automation software for data collection, as well as simulation models and tools to analyze various system levels (e.g., chip, board, and system).
Provide technical support for any technical issues during product development and integration phases. Work directly with customers to resolve any technical issues or complex power-related challenges.
Work closely with design, product, test, packaging and other teams to ensure solutions meet all performance and specification requirements.
Prepare technical documentation, including specifications, datasheets, power analysis reports, validation reports and test plans to support internal and external stakeholders.