Responsibilities
MaxLinear is seeking a Principal Signal Power Integrity/HW Design Architect to join out team. We have a culture that thrives on innovation and allows you to learn, teach and grow while contributing to the success of our products and company. In this role, you will focus on:
Responsible for design and simulation of state-of-the-art packages and boards for advanced communications SoCs as well as high-speed products
Work cross-functionally with IC designers, Layout engineers, board designers, thermal engineers and test/characterization team to plan and architect the power delivery and Signal integrity needs of packages and PCBs for MaxLinear’s next generation products
You will work on a diverse set of applications ranging from Wireless/RF, 5G communications, power amplifiers, wired optical communications for 400G/800G involving NRZ, PAM4 and storage market, targeted for Datacenters, AI, and machine learning
Qualifications
Experience in HW design and must have hands-on experience in designing Rf/High speed PCBs




Experience designing and simulating signal and power integrity solutions for high speed system components (packages, PCB, connectors etc…)
Strong understanding of Electromagnetic fundamentals and transmission line theory
Be able to navigate in layout tools such as Allegro and APD used for PCB and Package design and be able to update the design for minor changes and optimizations
High speed channel simulations for SerDes and transient simulation for SI and PI
Detailed understanding of s-parameters, Smith Chart and frequency domain analysis
Strong working knowledge of HFSS, SiWave, PowerSI or similar field solvers for generating electrical models from package and PCB layouts
Self-motivated, excellent communication skills, and ability to excel in a quick-paced environment
Understanding of different IEEE and Optical standards to define design guidelines
Experience with electro-optic integration on packages; co-packaging of DC-DC convertors, regulator,

📌 Principal Signal Power Integrity (India)
🏢 MaxLinear
📍 India