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Job description
Qualcomm is hiring a Senior Validation Engineer — a full-time, based in Toronto, ON role ($105k–$155k). Apply directly on Qualcomm's careers page below.
Validation Engineer, Senior
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Department: ASICS Engineering
Work Location: onsite
Company:
Qualcomm Canada ULCJob Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS EngineeringGeneral Summary:
As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives communication and data processing transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm ASIC Engineer, you will define, model, design (digital and/or analog), optimize, verify, validate, implement, and document IP (block/SoC) development for a variety of high performance, high quality, low power world class products. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross-functional groups to determine product execution path.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.OR
Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
What You'll Do
- Characterize analog blocks and perform PHY/Link Layer/Protocol compliance against various industry standards such as PCIe, Ethernet, and UCIe
- Bring up silicon, debug issues, present test results, and generate validation reports
- Define test plans and develop test methodologies for various tests
- Develop and standardize test scripts for various tests and automate test equipment
- Determine equipment and accessories needs for various tests
- Study signal integrity and power integrity for evaluation boards and for silicon
What You'll Need
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering or Computer Science is at a minimum
- Strong knowledge in various specifications such PCIe (Gen1 to Gen7), IEEE 100G CK (C2M, CR, KR), and OIF 100G CEI (VSR, MR, LR), 224G, UCIe, etc.
- Strong programming skills in Python, Perl, Matlab, C/C++, or other scripting languages
- Proficiency in using and automating test instruments such as Scope, BERT, Logic Analyzer/Exerciser, VNA, Power Supplies and Multimeters, etc.
- Strong understandings of SerDes architecture (NRZ, PAM4) and theory of operation: PLL, CDR, CTLE, FFE, DFE, etc.
- Experience in using compliance software such as SIGTEST, SEASIM, COM, etc.
- Experience in PCB design and good understandings of signal integrity, insertion loss, return loss, TDR
- Direct experience in SerDes related electrical validation
- Working experience with PCIe and Ethernet protocol layers is a definite plus
- Good understanding of design blocks like MAC and PCS is a plus
- Experience in optical and die2die validation is a plus
- Experience in Mango Database, HTML, JavaScript for data post processing and analysis is a plus
Applicants: 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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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$104,900.00 - $154,900.00The 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.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
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What is the salary for Senior Validation Engineer at Qualcomm?
The estimated salary range for Senior Validation Engineer at Qualcomm is $105,000 - $155,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Senior Validation Engineer at Qualcomm?
The required skills for Senior Validation Engineer at Qualcomm include: PCIe, Ethernet, Python, Perl, Matlab, C++, HTML, JavaScript.
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Senior Validation Engineer at Qualcomm is a Senior level position.
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