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Conductor

Link Validation Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

We're looking for link validation engineers to help with DVT and bringup of the core optical link ... Deep understanding of both PHY systems (both electrical and optical) and optical links (TDECQ ...

Conductor

Link Validation Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

We're looking for link validation engineers to help with DVT and bringup of the core optical link ... Deep understanding of both PHY systems (both electrical and optical) and optical links (TDECQ ...

Conductor

Link Validation Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

We're looking for link validation engineers to help with DVT and bringup of the core optical link ... Deep understanding of both PHY systems (both electrical and optical) and optical links (TDECQ ...

Apple

Wireless Systems Validation Engineer

Irvine, CA

$122K - $214K/yr

... and PHY system performance throughout silicon development and deployment cycles. Working closely with PHY, MAC, and RF design engineers, you will identify test requirements, troubleshoot complex ...

Apple

Wireless Systems Validation Engineer

Irvine, CA

$122K - $214K/yr

... and PHY system performance throughout silicon development and deployment cycles. Working closely with PHY, MAC, and RF design engineers, you will identify test requirements, troubleshoot complex ...

Apple

Wireless Systems Validation Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$175K - $308K/yr

... and PHY system performance throughout silicon development and deployment cycles. Working closely with PHY, MAC, and RF design engineers, you will identify test requirements, troubleshoot complex ...

Apple

Wireless Systems Validation Engineer

Irvine, CA

$122K - $214K/yr

... and PHY system performance throughout silicon development and deployment cycles. Working closely with PHY, MAC, and RF design engineers, you will identify test requirements, troubleshoot complex ...

Apple

Wireless Systems Validation Engineer

Irvine, CA

$175K - $308K/yr

... and PHY system performance throughout silicon development and deployment cycles. Working closely with PHY, MAC, and RF design engineers, you will identify test requirements, troubleshoot complex ...

Intel

High speed PHY System Architect

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$164K - $311K/yr

Enhance system performance by leveraging digitally assisted analog techniques and optimizing the ... Support SoC architects, design engineers, and verification engineers in selecting, configuring, and ...

Apple

Wireless Systems Validation Engineer

Irvine, CA

$175K - $308K/yr

... and PHY system performance throughout silicon development and deployment cycles. Working closely with PHY, MAC, and RF design engineers, you will identify test requirements, troubleshoot complex ...

Intel

High speed PHY System Architect

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$164K - $311K/yr

Enhance system performance by leveraging digitally assisted analog techniques and optimizing the ... Support SoC architects, design engineers, and verification engineers in selecting, configuring, and ...

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HBM PHY System Architect (San Diego, US)

San Diego, CA • On-site

Qualcomm
Technology, Communication and Media • 10K+ employees
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$164K - $246K/yr

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Job description

Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS Engineering
General Summary:
QCT mixed-signal IP design team is looking for skilled system architects to design high-speed, high-performance, and low-power HBM Phys. You'll help with system definition, architecture, and end-end design cycle - starting from early ideas all the way to final chip production and validation.
Responsibilities:
  • Own the HBM PHY architecture and system definition, driving end-to-end solutions that meet performance, power, area, and reliability targets.
  • Develop and manage system timing budgets across on-die, and off-chip interfaces, ensuring robust operation across all conditions.
  • Lead cross-functional architectural trade-offs and execution, working closely with SoC, memory, package, and validation teams.
  • Deliver best-in-class HBM PHY solutions through technical leadership, innovation, and alignment with product roadmap requirements.

Required for this Role:
  • 5+ years of experience in HBM PHY architecture and design for high-performance memory interfaces.
  • Strong understanding of JEDEC memory standards (HBM, LPDDR, DDR) and their application to PHY architecture and design.
  • Expertise in link budgeting, timing closure, margin analysis, and PHY training methodologies for high-speed interfaces.
  • Proven ability to drive technical discussions and collaborate effectively across cross-functional and globally distributed teams.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with signal integrity (SI), power integrity (PI), package effects, and power delivery networks for high-speed memory systems.
  • Knowledge of advanced process technologies, mixed-signal design principles, and high-speed interface implementation.
  • Understanding of design-for-yield, manufacturability, and production challenges associated with high-speed memory links.
  • Proficiency in Unix/Linux environments and scripting languages such as Perl, TCL, or Python for automation and analysis.

Keywords
  • HBM, DDR, DRAM, PHY, high-speed interface, signal integrity, power integrity.

Educational Requirements
  • Required: Bachelor's, Electrical Engineering
  • Preferred: Master's, Electrical Engineering

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
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Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$164,000.00 - $246,000.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

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Qualcomm is enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected. You interact with products and technologies made possible by Qualcomm every day, including 5G-enabled smartphones that double as pro-level cameras and gaming devices, smarter vehicles and cities, and the technology behind the smart, connected factories that manufactured your latest purchase. Our powerful connectivity solutions keep you connected—even in remote areas. Qualcomm 5G and AI innovations are the power behind the connected intelligent edge. You’ll find our technologies behind and inside the innovations that deliver significant value across multiple industries and to billions of people every day.

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Headquarters location

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Year founded

1985

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