Sr. Principal SI/PI Engineer
This is a unique opportunity to join the HPP IP R&D Group at Cadence Design Systems. We are looking for a Sr Principal SI/PI Engineer who will be a key contributor to our advanced high speed IP products. This is a hands-on technical position.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities:
• Work on test chip package design SI/PI optimization and verification.
• Work on evaluation board design optimization for best SI/PI performance.
• Provide extracted and measured channel models for chip designers in the R&D team.
• Help with package and PCB SI/PI design guidelines and customer support on SI/PI related inquiries.
• Review customer package and board designs and simulation results. Help with providing feedback to customers to ensure best possible performance of our IP in their ASIC.
• Work on link performance simulations using S-parameter channel models and IBIS-AMI behavioral models.
• Help with SI/PI related debug of test chips or customer ASICs in the lab.
Position Requirements:
• M.S. or Ph.D. Electrical Engineering (or similar degree)
• 3+ years of experience preferably working with high speed SerDes and PHYs
• Good understanding of high speed SerDes architecture
• Hands on lab experience with instruments like high speed oscilloscopes, TDRs, VNAs, spectrum analyzers, etc.
• Fluent with using 3D and 2.5D extraction tools like Sigrity Clarity/PowerSI or Ansys HFSS/SIwave
• Experience with IBIS-AMI model simulations
• Experience with simulation result to lab measurement correlation
• Good understanding of PCB and FCBGA design rules and requirements
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively communicate with both customers and internal stake holders
The annual salary range for California is $178,500 to $331,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.
We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.Skills Required
- M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or similar degree
- 3+ years of experience with high speed SerDes and PHYs
- Hands-on lab experience with high speed oscilloscopes, TDRs, VNAs, spectrum analyzers
- Fluent with using 3D and 2.5D extraction tools like Sigrity Clarity/PowerSI or Ansys HFSS/SIwave
- Experience with IBIS-AMI model simulations
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
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