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 robust 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
Solid debugging skills across hardware and firmware

Company Overview

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