Thunderbolt™ 5 is the next major leap in high-performance connectivity, delivering up to 80 Gbps bi-directional bandwidth and dynamic asymmetric bandwidth up to 120 Gbps over a single USB-C connector.
Built on USB4 v2, it enables next generation use cases such as multi-8K displays, advanced docking, ultra-fast storage, eGPUs, and AI accelerators.
We’re looking for a Post-Silicon Electrical Validation Engineer to join our elite Thunderbolt 5 / USB4 EV team, pushing the limits of next-gen high-speed I/O validation and system integration.
What you’ll do:
- Develop and execute post-silicon electrical validation for Thunderbolt 5 / USB4 v2 / DisplayPort 2.1
- Perform high-speed measurements and analysis (eye, jitter, EQ, margin) at 20/40/80+ Gbps
- Debug complex issues across silicon, boards, firmware, BIOS, OS, and devices
- Work hands-on with high-bandwidth scopes, BERTs, TDR/TDT, protocol analyzers
- Build automation and analysis tools (Python / MATLAB)
- Collaborate closely with architecture, design, firmware, and platform teams
What we’re looking for
- BSc in Electrical Engineering
- 3+ years post-silicon high-speed interface validation experience
- Strong lab skills and ability to learn complex specs independently
- Programming or scripting experience (e.g., Python, MATLAB)
- Ability to interpret and self-learn complex technical specifications
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Nice to have
- Experience with Thunderbolt 3/4/5, USB4 / USB4 v2, DisplayPort 1.4 / 2.x, PCIe PHY
- Signal integrity and channel modelling background
- Co-coding experience
- AI-assisted validation or data analysis experience
Work on cutting-edge connectivity technology and help define the future of USB-C.
Job Type:Experienced HireShift:Shift 1 (Israel)Primary Location: Israel, HaifaAdditional Locations:Israel, Petah-TikvaBusiness group:The Silicon Engineering Group (SIG) is a worldwide organization focused on the development and integration of SOCs, Cores, and critical IPs from architecture to manufacturing readiness that power Intel’s leadership products. This business group leverages an incomparable mix of experts with different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to unleash the most innovative, amazing, and exciting computing experiences.Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of TrustN/A
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