Systems Engineering Analog IC Validation

Company: Broadcom
Company: Broadcom
Location: USA-Colorado-Colorado Springs-4420 Arrowswest Drive
Commitment: Full time
Posted on: 2026-01-07 05:04
Please Note:1. If you are a first time user, please create your candidate login account before you apply for a job. (Click Sign In > Create Account)2. If you already have a Candidate Account, please Sign-In before you apply.Job Description:The Analog IC Validation team is responsible for defining, developing, and utilizing tests and procedures to ensure that the products designed by Broadcom meet all applicable industry standards and perform as expected in their intended applications. Analog IC Validation engineers work with the other engineering departments (Analog designers, hardware, and software) to validate and debug new products in a lab environment.  This team is continually working with state-of-the-art test equipment on leading-edge storage silicon, developing tests for an ever-evolving high-speed serial industry.In general, the Analog Systems Engineer is involved with the product from the beginning. We work closely with analog and digital designers to define the HW test features needed to properly test our products to the relevant specifications. While in the design phase, the engineers are involved in evaluating and selecting test equipment. Early pre-silicon work may involve developing tests and automation code utilizing test chips. Validation of our products requires a multitude of setup changes and is a combination of manual and automated tests. Good debug skills and attention to detail are a must when validating signals at the data rate utilized by our parts. Once the validation is complete, we support customer bring up and help to debug any issues they may encounter.Responsibilities can include:Architect characterization procedures and tests geared towards ensuring compliance with SAS, SATA, PCIe, NVMe, DDR4, and ONFI standards.Review and execute robust validation test plans on prototype siliconWork in parallel with Firmware development, High-speed I/O designers, and Digital IC design teams as part of the pre/post-silicon validation processDevelop Python scripts to control test equipment and automate various validation tasksDevelop host software tools and applications for low-level system validation Develop SI simulation models for customer consumptionWork with the board development team to define evaluation board test featuresPartner with the board development team to identify and resolve signal quality issues associated with the layout of evaluation and production cardsSupport design partner bring up and resolve SI-related customer issuesDrive technical debug and resolution of issues encountered at the system level. Propose creative workarounds and implement solutions to complex problems.Effectively present technical information to teams of engineers. Educate Field Application Engineers (FAEs) on new product features and operation  Work with the Technical Publications group on engineering notes, data sheets, and architectural manualsQualifications:Legal authorization to work in the USBachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering8+ yrs experienceA solid understanding of transmission line theory and high-speed I/O operationSome experience with the sources of jitter and EMI.Experience with the use of VNAs, TDRs, spectrum analyzers, and real-time oscilloscopesAbility to write and debug programs written in Python with some experience in C and MATLABExperience developing/debugging automated test scripts, preferably in PythonExperience running Analog simulation tools like SPICE or ADS with IBIS-AMI modelsSolid understanding of computer architecture and system-level operation/executionPractical experience in system-level debug with good problem-solving skillsAbility to quickly learn new technologiesGood communication skills, including verbal, presentation, and documentation skillsWork well in a team and as an individualAdditional Job Description:Compensation and BenefitsThe annual base salary range for this position is $108,000 - $172,800.  This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.
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