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- Work type
- On-site
- Location
- San Diego, CA
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Closes
- Nov 29, 2026
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TL;DR · Careers
The Post Silicon Engineering group at Qualcomm Technologies is seeking a mid-level Test Methodology Engineer to develop and execute test solutions for complex SOCs. This role involves defining and implementing characterization plans for high-speed interfaces like PCIe, USB3, UFS, and LP-DDR, ensuring compliance with electrical standards and optimizing design parameters. The engineer will collaborate closely with IC Design, Systems Engineering, and Customer Engineering teams to debug first silicon bring-ups and resolve customer issues in a time-sensitive environment. Essential skills include knowledge of VLSI technologies, high-speed test methodologies, and hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and J-BERTs. Familiarity with Python or C# for test automation is beneficial. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of semiconductor physics and signal integrity analysis.
Skills
What you'll do
- Define and execute development of test methodologies for high-speed SERDES interfaces.
- Characterize high-speed interfaces to optimize design parameters and validate electrical compliance.
- Drive first silicon bring-up and debug at external foundries for qualification.
- Analyze technical data on parametric performance under various operating conditions.
- Assist in hardware design and debug related to power integrity and signal integrity issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for chip/circuit bring-up and debug processes.
What we're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field required.
- 3+ years of relevant work experience preferred; fresh graduates welcome.
- Strong understanding of VLSI technologies and CMOS analog/digital circuits.
- Experience with high-speed test and characterization techniques is preferred.
- Familiarity with SERDES characterization/validation and DDR/LPDDR protocols.
- Hands-on experience with lab equipment like oscilloscopes, TDRs/VNAs, J-BERT.
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