Principal Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead laboratory testing of test chips to validate high-speed physical layer electrical performance
• Conduct compliance testing for interfaces such as PCIe, USB, Ethernet, and DDR to ensure standard specification adherence
• Develop and maintain hardware infrastructure and automation scripts for test characterization
• Analyze, debug, and root cause silicon issues using oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and BERT
• Generate comprehensive test plans, high-quality characterization reports, and technical documentation
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design and product engineering teams to align post-silicon findings

Requirements

• B.E/B.Tech (8-10 years experience) or M.E/M.Tech (6-8 years experience) in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
• Deep knowledge of high-speed SerDes protocols including PCIe, USB, CXL, and Ethernet
• Strong understanding of Jitter Decomposition, Equalization, and De-embedding techniques
• Hands-on experience with high-bandwidth Oscilloscopes, BERT, and VNA
• Proficiency in Python and Linux for test automation and software development

About the Company

Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading semiconductor company that designs technology that powers the world. With a global team of over 17,000 members, we foster a culture of trust, empowerment, and innovation to help our customers solve complex challenges.