Staff Hardware & Silicon Validation Engineer (Ethernet)

TL;DR

Staff Hardware & Silicon Validation Engineer (Ethernet/PHY): Supporting Multi-Gigabit 10GBASE-T Ethernet copper PHY and HSC retimer products through system-level validation and PCB design with an accent on performance validation and automated testing. Focus on developing Python-based test scripts, executing comprehensive validation plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality.

Location: Onsite in Irvine, CA

Salary: $109,400 – $161,950 per annum

Company

hirify.global provides semiconductor solutions that serve as essential building blocks for data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, AI, and carrier architectures.

What you will do

• Support Multi-Gigabit 10GBASE-T Ethernet copper PHY and HSC retimer products through system-level validation.
• Design IC hardware platform PCB boards.
• Develop and execute comprehensive system-level performance validation plans.
• Create and implement automated system validation test scripts using Python.
• Collaborate with cross-functional copper PHY teams, including firmware, DSP, digital, analog, and test engineering.
• Provide technical support to customer-facing applications engineers for Ethernet cu PHY and HSC SERDES retimer PHY.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with 3-5 years of professional experience (or Master's/PhD with 2-3 years).
• Experience with lab equipment, including high-speed oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and traffic generators.
• Applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. export control laws (EAR).
• Knowledge of SERDES and high-speed interface protocols/signaling or mixed signal IC is preferred.
• Background in Ethernet or networking-related fields is preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Comprehensive family support programs to balance work and home life.
• Robust mental and physical health resources.
• Recognition and service awards to celebrate professional milestones.
• Commitment to financial well-being and inclusive hiring practices.