Post silicon validation engineer
Broadcom · Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area · Yesterday
Quality Assurance$108k–$173k/yrFull-time
Ethemet & PCIe Validation
- Hands-on bring-up of multi-rate Retimer ICs.
- Validate Ethernet (100G/400G/800G) and PCIe (Gen 5/6) for IEEE and PCI-SIG compliance.
- Build Python-based automated test frameworks for Ethernet throughput, BER, and control path testing which includes ARM based micros and GPIO/MDIO/I2C protocols.
- Automate testing using protocol analyzers and traffic generators.
Technical Qualifications
- Expertise in Ethernet PHY architecture, PAM4/NRZ signaling, FEC (Forward Error Correction), Auto-Negotiation, and Link Training.
- Proficiency with high-bandwidth Oscilloscopes, BERTs, Ethernet Traffic Generators/Network Analyzers (e.g., Ixia, Spirent), and PCIe Analyzers.
- Strong Python for lab automation and data analysis, plus C/C++ for low-level register manipulation.
Compensation And Benefits
The annual base salary range for this position is $108,000 - 172,800. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.
Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.