RF Validation Engineer

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets.

Learn more at  Validation Engineer IAustin TXSilicon labs is seeking an RF validation engineer.

Meet the Team We are developing highly flexible wireless SoCs in a fast-paced environment. The IoT Validation team has a vital role in ensuring product performance, scalability, and time to market. We are looking for an experienced engineer focusing on RF and PHY-MAC design validation of wireless IPs for low-power, high performance System-on-Chip IoT products. You will be part of a specialized, highly skilled IP-SoC development team spanning multiple wireless communications technologies such as Bluetooth Low-Energy, 802.15.4 Zigbee-Thread, 802.11 Wi-Fi, Wi-SUN, and proprietary short-range wireless.

You will be taking designs through the complete development lifecycle from initial concept to silicon bring-up and optimization before shipping products.

Responsibilities Contribute to initial development of Zigbee, BLE, Wi-SUN, ZWave, MBus, and proprietary PHY configurations for Silicon Labs RF So Cs Perform  pre-silicon testing utilizing a combination of block or chip-level test benches and FPGA emulation

Bring-up and validate new Silicon Labs IP on silicon, providing support and feedback to cross-functional teams

Perform lab measurements including RX sensitivity, frequency/baudrate/deviation tolerance, blocking, TX Output Power, and more Support IC Design, Applications, FW, PTE, SQA, Systems, Modules teams with insights on RFIC performance supported by careful data analysis, presentation and training

Provide guidance to the SW team on proper RF SW implementations for a scalable test infrastructure platform and tools for efficient workflows

Minimum Qualifications BSEE/MSEE and 1 year industry experience in mixed-signal SoCs with exposure to RF signal chain

Experience using Python or other high-level modeling language/tool for designing and evaluating communication systems and algorithms

Strong grasp of analog signal fundamentals, basic circuit components, and specifications

Experience with RF signal chains including LNAs, mixers, PAs, A/D and D/AExperience with digital modulation formats (MSK/FSK, OQPSK, OOK/ASK, etc)
Proficiency taking measurements with standard RF lab instruments (signal generator, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, scope, DMM, SMU)
Knowledge of common wireless communications standards and protocols such as Bluetooth low-energy, 802.15.4, 802.11 Wi Fi Excellent  written and verbal communications skills

Demonstrated ability to generate high output in a self-driven manner

The following qualifications will be considered a plus:

Basic DSP knowledge (up/down sampling, FIR filtering)
Experience in revision control and configuration management systems

Benefits & Perks You can look forward to the following benefits:

Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental & vision plans

Flexible vacation plan.

Highly competitive salary
401k plan with match and Roth plan option

Equity rewards (RSUs)
Life/AD&D and disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Adoption assistance

Back-Up childcare

Additional benefit options (Commuter benefits, Legal benefits, Pet insurance)3 paid volunteer days per year Charitable contribution match

Tuition reimbursement

Monthly wellness offerings

Free snacks

Monthly company updates with our CEO# LI AA1

The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $84,000 - $156,000 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package.

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