Senior System Validation Engineer – SerDes/Ethernet (PAM4) at Astera Labs

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Semiconductors, AI Infrastructure, NetworkingIndustries

Requirements

Strong academic and technical background in electrical or computer engineering (Bachelor’s required, Master’s preferred)
≥6 years of experience supporting or developing complex SoC/silicon products for Server, Storage, and/or Networking applications

Responsibilities

Develop and perform system validation tests using leading-edge Data Center equipment and scalable automation platforms
Understand the performance and functionality requirements our ICs must deliver to enable customers developing Data Center systems using Astera Labs’ connectivity products for AI and ML applications
Formulate a comprehensive validation plan, automate the testing of ICs and board products in a data-centric manner, design experiments to root-cause unexpected behavior, report results and specification compliance in an automated fashion
Work with key customers directly to understand their care-abouts and highlight the unique capabilities and performance of Astera Labs’ solutions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SerDesEthernetPAM4System ValidationSoCPythonMatlabAutomationCXLPCIeData Center

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education and experience are required for this Senior System Validation Engineer role?

A Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering is required, with a Master’s preferred, along with at least 6 years of experience supporting or developing complex SoC/silicon products for Server, Storage, and/or Networking applications.

What key technical skills are desired for this position?

Desired skills include strong knowledge in scripting for automation like Python or Matlab, experience with PAM4 SerDes validation (200G/100G/50G), high-speed SerDes protocols like Ethernet and PCIe, SerDes architecture, lab equipment such as protocol analyzers and scopes, and signal integrity tools.

What is the compensation or salary for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this position remote or does it require working in an office?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of attitude or soft skills make a strong candidate for this role?

Candidates should demonstrate a professional attitude with the ability to prioritize tasks, plan for meetings, work with minimal supervision, and exhibit entrepreneurial, open-minded behavior and a can-do attitude.

Astera Labs

Semiconductor connectivity solutions for AI infrastructure

About Astera Labs

Astera Labs provides semiconductor-based connectivity solutions aimed at improving the performance of cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. Their products, which include PCIe, CXL, and Ethernet solutions, are designed to facilitate high-speed data transfer, addressing the 'memory wall' issue that can limit computing performance. The company serves clients in the growing cloud AI market, including data centers and businesses that depend on AI and cloud applications. Unlike many competitors, Astera Labs has been recognized for its contributions to the semiconductor industry, being a finalist for the Global Semiconductor Alliance's Most Respected Private Semiconductor Company award. The goal of Astera Labs is to enhance the efficiency and speed of data transfer in modern computing environments, positioning itself as a leader in the semiconductor sector.

Santa Clara, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$200.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Hardware, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

201-500Employees

Risks

Rapid office expansion could lead to financial strain if growth in demand falters.

Foray into biotechnology may divert resources from core semiconductor business.

Reliance on Nvidia partnership poses risk if strategic focus shifts or partnership disrupts.

Differentiation

Astera Labs offers the industry's first PCIe 6 switch, Scorpio, for AI infrastructure.

The company focuses on overcoming the 'memory wall' in high-speed data transfer solutions.

Astera Labs integrates AI with biotechnology, diversifying beyond traditional semiconductor applications.

Upsides

Astera Labs' relocation to San Jose triples its operational capacity and talent acquisition.

Strategic partnership with Nvidia enhances Astera Labs' credibility in AI and semiconductor markets.

Recent investments from major financial entities indicate strong investor confidence in growth.

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