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Physical Layer Architect
Not specifiedFull-timeCommunications EngineeringSemiconductor ManufacturingComputer Hardware
Lead the architecture of physical-layer communications for networking ASICs, with an emphasis on hardware circuitry. Define product features and coordinate their delivery across engineering teams.
Responsibilities
- Translate customer requirements into technical specifications for hardware architecture, embedded software, interfaces, and high-level design.
- Define physical-layer architecture and how communication standards are implemented in ASIC devices.
- Lead projects and oversee implementation, design reviews, test-plan reviews, changes, and resolution of delivery obstacles.
- Contribute to standards bodies and the definition of next-generation protocols.
- Define physical-layer features that support interoperability across communication generations.
- Help shape product definitions and supported high-speed protocols, working with design, systems, firmware, driver, marketing, and other teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering.
- At least 3 years of experience in physical-layer communications, systems, signal integrity, or high-speed communication protocols.
- Background in embedded software and networking.
- Experience with wired physical-layer protocols such as IEEE 802.3, InfiniBand, PCIe, or USB.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.