Senior Signal & Power Integrity Engineer

Responsibilities

Max Linear is seeking a Principal Signal & Power Integrity Engineer (SI/PI Engineer) to join our team. In this role, you will focus on the following:

• Development of state‑of‑the‑art packages and printed circuit boards (PCBs) for Max Linear’s next generation products
• Perform SI/PI simulations and optimization to ensure critical signals meet their required specifications
• Design and simulate high‑speed signal interfaces and power distribution networks (PDN) for advanced communications SoC packages and PCBs
• Work on a diverse set of products and applications including RF/mm‑wave modems and transceivers, 5G communication, wireless connectivity, and optical communications (PAM4 800G/1.6
  
  Tbps DSPs and TIAs) for data center connectivity and storage for AI applications

• Deep understanding of Electromagnetic fundamentals, transmission lines, and microwave theory
• Experience designing and simulating signal and power integrity solutions for high‑speed system components (packages, PCB, connectors)
• Experience with high‑speed channel simulations for Ser Des and transient simulations for SI and PI
• Understanding of S‑parameters, Smith Chart, and frequency domain analysis
• Proficiency in use of 2.5D and 3D simulation tools such as ANSYS HFSS, SIwave, Cadence Sigrity tools, or similar field solvers
• Expertise in time and frequency domain analysis using simulation tools like ADS and SPECTRE
• Hands‑on experience with lab measurement equipment like Spectrum Analyzer, Vector Network Analyzer (VNA), Oscilloscopes, TDR
• Ability to manage package development in collaboration with cross‑functional teams including systems, IC design, IC physical layout, package/PCB layout, and test/characterization teams
• Self‑motivated with ability to work effectively in both independent and team settings
• Strong communication, presentation, and documentation skills
• Excellent problem‑solving skills;
  Ability to excel in a fast‑paced environment
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with layout tools such as Cadence Allegro and APD
  • Understanding of different IEEE and Optical standards to define design guidelines
  • Experience with electro‑optic integration on packages; co‑packaging of DC‑DC converters, regulators, TIAs, and optical drivers. Multi‑chip package design
  • Familiarity with IC design flows, floor‑planning, IO ring design, on‑chip decoupling, on‑die EM/IR analysis
• BS in Electrical Engineering or related + 7 years of experience, or MS + 5 years of experience, or Ph.D. + 2 years of experience

Max Linear has a Total Compensation philosophy which includes base salary and annual discretionary bonus eligibility and many positions also include stock‑based compensation.

Max Linear expects to offer a starting base salary within the range of: $114,504 to $177,725 Annually

We offer competitive benefits designed to support employee health, welfare, and retirement and some highlights are: health care benefits, 401k savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and paid time off.

The actual starting base salary will be determined by the match to certain role‑related criteria such as educational degree(s) or equivalent, relevant work experience, skillset needed for the role, and geographic location; this is not an all‑inclusive list as some roles may require unique skills or experience.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on race, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Max Linear is a global, NASDAQ‑traded company (MXL) where the entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well. We are a fabless system‑on‑chip product company, striving to improve the world’s communication networks for everyone through our highly integrated radio‑frequency (RF), analog, digital, and mixed‑signal semiconductor solutions for access and connectivity, wired and wireless infrastructure, and industrial and multi‑market applications.

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