Director, High Speed SerDes Application Engineering (Semiconductor)

TL;DR

Director, High Speed SerDes Application Engineering (Semiconductor): Leading a team of application engineers to enable high-speed SerDes IP across internal business units and external customers with an accent on technical authority and system deployment. Focus on driving bring-up, debug, and characterization of complex SerDes blocks and ensuring production-ready IP for cloud, AI, and 5G infrastructure.

Location: Must be based in Santa Clara, CA

Salary: $190,280–$285,000 per annum

Company

hirify.global is a leading semiconductor solutions provider enabling the data infrastructure that connects the world across cloud, AI, and enterprise architectures.

What you will do

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of application engineers across multiple sites and time zones.
• Serve as the primary technical authority bridging SerDes IP development and real-world system deployment.
• Drive bring-up, debug, and characterization of SerDes blocks including PLL/CDR, ADC/DAC, and signal integrity optimization.
• Develop technical collateral including evaluation kits, reference designs, and white papers.
• Engage directly with key customers and partners on design reviews and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with design, DSP, and physical design teams to ensure IP is production-ready.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. law.
• 5+ years in direct people management and technical leadership.
• Deep expertise in high-speed SerDes architecture, analog/mixed-signal circuits, and data communication systems (NRZ/PAM4).
• Strong hands-on background in post-silicon bring-up, lab characterization, and signal integrity.
• Solid understanding of high-speed interface protocols (PCIe Gen5/6, Ethernet 100G-800G, Fibre Channel).
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed (~20%).

Nice to have

• Experience with electro-optical systems and optical transceiver applications.
• Familiarity with scripting and automation (Python, MATLAB, C/C++).
• Background in AI/ML infrastructure or hyperscale data center applications.
• Prior experience working with or within a semiconductor IP organization.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including financial well-being, family support, and mental/physical health resources.
• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Recognition and service awards program.
• Commitment to purposeful innovation and professional growth.