Responsibilities

The Senior Staff Systems Integration & Test Development Engineer will play a critical role in defining and executing system-level test strategy and automation for complex embedded semiconductor and high-performance communication platforms. This role requires deep expertise in system validation, test development, and automation frameworks, with strong exposure to high-speed data path validation, PHY/DSP subsystems, and end-to-end system integration. The engineer will work closely with Software, ASIC, and CommSys teams to ensure robust validation, coverage, and product readiness. You will:
- Understand firmware, PHY/DSP, and system requirements and derive comprehensive Test Plans and Test Procedures
- Collaborate with Software, ASIC, DSP, and Systems Engineering teams to ensure testability and coverage
- Lead system-level bring-up and validation of complex silicon platforms
- Validate and debug high-speed serial interfaces and data paths
- Perform validation of PHY and DSP data path pipelines including CTLE, DFE, FEC, and BER analysis




- Develop automated test cases using Python and Robot Framework
- Perform deep debug and root cause analysis across hardware, firmware, and PHY/DSP layers
- Mentor engineers and contribute to test architecture and best practices

Qualifications
- BS/MS in Electronics & Communications, or related field
- Strong foundation in Digital Signal Processing and Digital Communications
- Understanding of mixed-signal blocks such as ADCs, DACs, and clocking circuits
- Understanding Forward Error Correction (FEC) and BER analysis
- 10+ years of experience in Systems Integration, Validation, or Test Development
- Experience with embedded systems validation and firmware testing
- Robust programming skills in Python and C/C++
- Experience with Git and Jira
- Strong debugging skills across hardware and firmware

Company Overview

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📌 Senior Staff Systems Integration (Bengaluru)
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