RF/Mixed-Signal Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$94,200–$141,200 / yr
Posted
59 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Jan 10, 2027

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Below market

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This role $118k
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TL;DR · RF/Mixed-Signal Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

The RF/Mixed-Signal Post-Silicon Validation Engineer joins the RFMS Product Development team to focus on the bring-up, development, and validation of modem and RF mixed-signal blocks. This hands-on, lab-focused role involves ensuring end-to-end functionality of the RF transceiver chain through characterization, debug, and production enablement. The engineer will design experiments to characterize performance, develop test hardware and software, and create automation frameworks for data analysis. Key technical requirements include proficiency in Python, C#, and AI-assisted tools, alongside experience with spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, high-speed digitizers, and JTAG debuggers. The role addresses the critical challenge of validating mixed-signal IP and performing statistical data analysis, including bias reduction and predictive analysis from limited sample sets, to support production qualification and manufacturing enablement for complex integrated circuits.

What you'll do

  • Perform post-silicon bring-up, validation, and characterization of mixed-signal and RF IP.
  • Design and execute experiments to characterize performance and remove data bias.
  • Develop test hardware and software to support characterization and production enablement.
  • Create and maintain lab automation frameworks using Python, C#, and AI-assisted tools.
  • Support production IP qualification, yield analysis, and manufacturing enablement.
  • Analyze statistical data from limited sample sets to predict broader population performance.
  • Debug mixed-signal and RF transceiver chains to ensure end-to-end functionality.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of RF and mixed-signal block architectures and measurement methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience with lab equipment including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
  • Proficiency in programming and scripting for data analysis and tool development using Python and C#.
  • Experience with statistical data analysis, including experiment design, bias reduction, and predictive analysis.
  • Knowledge of mixed-signal or analog PCB design and debug.
  • Experience with AI-assisted tools and agentic AI workflows is preferred.

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