Post Silicon Validation Engineer

Broadcom CorporationAustin, TX

$108,000 - $172,800 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$108,000-$172,800/year

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

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Job Description:

We are seeking a Post-Silicon Validation Engineer to drive the bring-up, characterization, and debugging of our next-generation Ethernet and PCIe Retimer chips. This role heavily focuses on advanced Ethernet physical layer (PHY) validation, ensuring our silicon meets rigorous IEEE networking standards and high-speed interoperability requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Ethernet & PCIe Validation: Hands-on bring-up of multi-rate Retimer ICs.
Compliance & Interoperability: Validate Ethernet (100G/400G/800G) and PCIe (Gen 5/6) for IEEE and PCI-SIG compliance.
Automation: Build Python-based automated test frameworks for Ethernet throughput, BER, and control path testing which includes ARM based micros and GPIO/MDIO/I2C protocols.
Network Debugging: Root-cause complex silicon, link training, and firmware bugs using protocol analyzers and traffic generators.

Technical Qualifications

Ethernet Domain Knowledge: Expertise in Ethernet PHY architecture, PAM4/NRZ signaling, FEC (Forward Error Correction), Auto-Negotiation, and Link Training.
Lab Equipment: Proficiency with high-bandwidth Oscilloscopes, BERTs, Ethernet Traffic Generators/Network Analyzers (e.g., Ixia, Spirent), and PCIe Analyzers.
Programming/Scripting: Strong Python for lab automation and data analysis, plus C/C++ for low-level register manipulation.

Education and Experience

Bachelors in Engineering and 8+ years of related experience or Masters degree in Engineering and 6+ years of related experience

Additional Job Description:

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $108,000 - 172,800.

This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

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This job at Broadcom Corporation is located in Austin, TX, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Broadcom Corporation?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $108,000 and $172,800 per year.

What employment applies to this position at Broadcom Corporation?

Broadcom Corporation lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Broadcom Corporation?

Broadcom Corporation is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

What benefits are offered by Broadcom Corporation for this role?

Broadcom Corporation offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Parental and Family Leave, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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