Application Engineer (Semiconductor)

TL;DR

Application Engineer (Semiconductor): Validating High-speed SERDES PHY for Ethernet and PCIe applications with an accent on mixed-signal functional verification and electrical performance characterization. Focus on using high-end lab equipment to ensure SoC production success and providing technical support during IP deployment.

Location: Santa Clara, CA. Must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under U.S. law.

Salary: $94,160 – $141,000 per annum

Company

hirify.global is a semiconductor leader providing essential building blocks for data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, and AI architectures.

What you will do

• Validate features in High-speed SERDES PHY for Ethernet and PCIe applications using oscilloscopes, bit-error testers, and VNAs.
• Perform mixed-signal functional verification and electrical performance characterization.
• Provide hands-on technical support during design, development, and deployment phases of SerDes IP solutions.
• Collect, analyze, and collate validation data for reporting.
• Support chip/system level IP applications including PLL, ADC, power regulators, and temperature sensors.
• Collaborate with product management, design engineering, and QA teams to align product capabilities with customer needs.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic experience in Python programming.
• Exposure to scripting using C/C++, MATLAB, or similar tools.
• Electrical engineering coursework with a focus on hands-on silicon hardware.
• Introductory knowledge of Analog and Digital Mixed-signal design.
• Eligibility to access export-controlled information under U.S. export control laws (EAR).

Nice to have

• Advanced coursework or prior internships in validation, Analog/Digital/Mixed Signal, or VLSI design.
• Experience using coding languages to automate testing and processes.
• Understanding of power and thermal testing.
• Familiarity with high-speed signal processing applications.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits covering financial well-being, family support, and health.
• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look-back.
• Robust mental and physical health resources.
• Family support programs to balance work and home life.
• Recognition and service awards for professional milestones.