Firmware Design Engineer - High-Speed SERDES PHY
Cadence Design SystemsJob Title
Firmware Design Engineer - High-Speed SERDES PHY
Role Summary
Join Cadence's physical IP team to design and deliver firmware for high-speed SERDES PHYs. The role spans firmware architecture, implementation, verification, post-silicon validation, and customer deployment within an IP development organization.
You will work closely with verification, validation, product engineering and design teams to ensure firmware functionality, performance and field readiness.
Experience Level
Mid-level. Years of experience not specified.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities cover firmware development, debugging, validation and customer support.
- Contribute to firmware architecture and implement assigned firmware features.
- Develop system-level prototype control software to implement and validate adaptation, equalization and control algorithms.
- Work with verification teams to debug and resolve firmware issues found in simulations.
- Participate in post-silicon testing and validation to identify firmware/hardware issues and implement firmware improvements.
- Support product engineering and validation teams during electrical/system characterization and customer deployment, including delivering hot fixes as needed.
Requirements
Core technical skills and behaviors required.
- Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python.
- Understanding of wireline communication principles and SERDES operation.
- Knowledge of mixed-signal circuit design and digital signal processing techniques.
- Familiarity with digital verification concepts; knowledge of UVM and SystemVerilog.
- Strong problem-solving skills and clear verbal/written communication.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate across verification, validation and product teams.
Education Requirements
BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering.
About the Company
Company: Cadence Design Systems
Headquarters: San Jose, California, USA
Cadence Design Systems is a global electronic design automation company that provides software, hardware, and intellectual property for designing advanced semiconductor chips. With over 25 years in the industry, Cadence is known for its innovative technology solutions and has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. The company is dedicated to solving complex technical challenges in order to enable customers to create revolutionary products and experiences.
