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Nokia

Signal Integrity Design Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$196K/yr

As a Signal Integrity Engineer, you will: * Simulate ultra high-speed PCB channels (112G+ SerDes rates) including connectors, breakouts, and via structures * Provide signal integrity guidance to ...

Graphcore

Senior Signal Integrity Engineer

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$165K/yr

About the Role We are seeking a Senior Signal Integrity Engineer to develop, validate, and optimize high-speed signaling solutions across blade- and rack-level architectures for advanced compute ...

Rambus

SPE Signal Integrity Engineer

San Jose, CA

$133K - $248K/yr

As an SPE Signal Integrity Engineer, you will be reporting to the VP of Engineering and is a Full Time position. In this highly visible role, you will work within our SI/PI team to work on modeling ...

Graphcore

Senior Signal Integrity Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$165K/yr

About the Role We are seeking a Senior Signal Integrity Engineer to develop, validate, and optimize high-speed signaling solutions across blade- and rack-level architectures for advanced compute ...

Nokia

Signal Integrity Design Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$160K - $230K/yr

As a Signal Integrity Engineer, you will: * Simulate ultra high-speed PCB channels (112G+ SerDes rates) including connectors, breakouts, and via structures * Provide signal integrity guidance to ...

Rambus

SPE Signal Integrity Engineer

Johns Creek, GA · On-site

$133K - $248K/yr

As an SPE Signal Integrity Engineer, you will be reporting to the VP of Engineering and is a Full Time position. In this highly visible role, you will work within our SI/PI team to work on modeling ...

Rambus

SPE Signal Integrity Engineer

Johns Creek, GA

$133K - $248K/yr

As an SPE Signal Integrity Engineer, you will be reporting to the VP of Engineering and is a Full Time position. In this highly visible role, you will work within our SI/PI team to work on modeling ...

Rambus

SPE Signal Integrity Engineer

Johns Creek, GA

$133K - $248K/yr

As an SPE Signal Integrity Engineer, you will be reporting to the VP of Engineering and is a Full Time position. In this highly visible role, you will work within our SI/PI team to work on modeling ...

Micron

Signal Integrity Engineer - MTS

San Jose, CA

$155K - $340K/yr

We are encouraged to engage across multiple disciplines and organizations (e.g., Signal Integrity, Circuit and Chip Design, Packaging R&D and System Integration and Product Engineering). Minimum ...

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How much do contract signal integrity engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract signal integrity engineer in the United States is $166,304.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $167,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Signal Integrity Engineer vs Contract RF Engineer?

AspectContract Signal Integrity EngineerContract RF Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, certifications in signal integrity or high-speed designBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, RF or wireless certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, simulation, and testing environments focused on high-speed digital signalsDesign and testing labs focused on RF circuits, antennas, and wireless systems
Industry UsageSemiconductors, electronics manufacturing, high-speed digital systemsWireless communications, telecommunications, aerospace

Contract Signal Integrity Engineers focus on ensuring high-speed digital signals maintain quality and performance, while Contract RF Engineers specialize in radio frequency systems and wireless communication. Both roles require electrical engineering backgrounds but differ in their technical focus and industry applications.

What does a Contract Signal Integrity Engineer do?

A Contract Signal Integrity Engineer is a specialist who works on a temporary or project basis to analyze and optimize the electrical performance of high-speed electronic circuits. They focus on ensuring that signals in electronic systems, such as PCBs and communication links, maintain their quality and integrity without loss or distortion. Typical tasks include simulation, testing, and troubleshooting of signal pathways, as well as collaborating with hardware and PCB designers to prevent issues like crosstalk and electromagnetic interference. Their expertise is crucial for the reliable operation of advanced electronic devices, especially in industries like telecommunications, computing, and automotive electronics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Signal Integrity Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Signal Integrity Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering principles, signal integrity analysis, and high-speed PCB design, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Expertise in simulation tools like HyperLynx, SIwave, or Ansys, along with experience in using oscilloscopes and network analyzers, is commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and presenting technical information. These skills ensure reliable, high-performance electronic designs and help prevent costly signal integrity issues in complex hardware systems.

What are some common challenges faced by Contract Signal Integrity Engineers when working with cross-functional teams?

Contract Signal Integrity Engineers often work closely with hardware designers, PCB layout engineers, and test engineers to ensure optimal signal performance. A common challenge is aligning differing priorities and technical languages across teams, which can lead to miscommunication or delays. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong collaboration, clear documentation, and proactive communication to ensure signal integrity considerations are understood and integrated throughout the design process. Contract engineers must also quickly adapt to new workflows and company standards to stay productive in short-term environments.
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Distinguished Signal Integrity Engineer

Distinguished Signal Integrity Engineer

Ampere Computing LLC

Portland, OR • On-site

$279K - $419K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Description
Invent the future with us.
Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient AI compute .
As a pioneer in the new frontier of energy efficient high-performance computing, Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies driving sustainable computing for AI, Cloud, and edge applications.
Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and growing team - we'd love to have you apply!
About the role:
Our Hardware Design Engineering organization is seeking a Distinguished Signal Integrity Engineer to be part of a team implementing high-performance solutions for high-bandwidth, connectivity-intensive multi-core processor products, requiring co-design of silicon, package, and PCB
What you'll achieve:
  • Design/simulate/validate high-performance interconnect solutions, while working with chip designers, package designers, as well as PCB designers (of Ampere and external customers), to achieve end-to-end solutions that provide robust signal integrity performance
  • Develop layout guidelines - package and PCB - and SI/PI documentation for use by internal and external customers
  • Support product bring-up and customer engagements
  • Drive state-of-the-art signal integrity analysis methodologies
  • Influence Ampere's technology roadmap by delivering technical leadership in next-generation interconnects, advanced packaging, and cross-functional system co-design

About you:
  • Experience in designing high-performance signal interconnect solutions
  • Preferred to have experience with both large body-size electronic packages and high-performance PCBs
  • Deep knowledge of transmission line and electromagnetic theory related to signal integrity and power integrity
  • Good working experience of parallel and serial interfaces, with emphasis on deep expertise for high speed SerDes such as PCI-gen5/6/7 and/or USB/USB-C, etc.
  • Knowledge of different simulation methodologies, time domain and statistical, with the ability to create and simulate 3D models in tools like HFSS, SIWave and PowerSI
  • Familiarity with link timing budgeting
  • Expert of end-to-end channel modeling (using HFSS/SIWAVE/PowerSI) and link budget analysis with both time domain and statistical simulation
  • Understanding of behavioral IO models (IBIS, IBIS-AMI) and different equalization techniques, CTLE, DFE and TX equalization.
  • In depth understanding of SerDes TX/RX equalization techniques and its modeling in IBIS-AMI
  • Understanding of AC/DC power delivery, power integrity analysis and how to perform simultaneous switching noise analysis for memory interfaces.
  • Good understanding of power delivery impact on clocking and IO
  • Good understanding of stack up manufacturing process and design limitations considering DFM
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
  • Electrical or Computer Engineering - Bachelor's degree & 15 years of related experience; or master's degree & 12 years; or PhD & 8 years

What we'll offer:
At Ampere we believe in taking care of our employees and providing a competitive total rewards package that includes base pay, cash long-term incentive, and comprehensive benefits. The full base pay range for this role is between $279,500 and $419,500, except in the San Francisco Bay Area where the range is between $293,000 and $440,000.
Our benefits include health, wellness, and financial programs that support employees through every stage of life.
Benefit highlights include:
• Premium medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, as well as income protection and a 401K retirement plan, so that you can feel secure in your health and financial future.
• Unlimited Flextime and 10+ paid holidays so that you can embrace a healthy work-life balance.
• A variety of healthy snacks, energizing espresso, and refreshing drinks to keep you fueled and focused throughout the day.
And there is much more than compensation and benefits. At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers our employees to do more and grow more. We are excited to share more about our career opportunities with you through the interview process.
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Ampere is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, veteran and/or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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