Principal Hardware SI/PI Architect

About SiTime

SiTime Corporation is the precision timing company. Our semiconductor MEMS programmable solutions offer a rich feature set that enables customers to differentiate their products with higher performance, smaller size, lower power and better reliability. With more than 3 billion devices shipped, SiTime is changing the timing industry. For more information, visit www.sitime.com.

Job Summary

The Principal Hardware SI/PI Architect is accountable for system-level electrical design and for establishing signal and power integrity simulation methodologies that underpin the development of hardware platforms used for validation, testing, and high-volume production of MEMS timing products. This role leverages advanced expertise in signal integrity and PCB design to deliver solutions that ensure optimal system performance. Responsibilities include collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to simulate and engineer complex platforms with robust electrical integrity. Furthermore, the role encompasses activities aimed at assuring product quality and reliability through comprehensive testing processes

Responsibilities:

• Lead signal integrity (SI) design initiatives for system platforms supporting advanced SiTime timing products across diverse business units and applications
• Establish comprehensive methodologies for both signal and power integrity across a variety of hardware platforms, including validation environments, probing stations, load boards, and production test systems
• Identify, assess, and integrate new technologies, components, and techniques to enhance overall signal and power integrity performance
• Deliver robust and cost-effective signal integrity solutions by conducting detailed analysis, simulations, experimental design, and verification utilizing advanced tools and methodologies
• Collaborate closely with circuit design, packaging, board design, and product teams to define reliable system components at all levels, including package, sockets, connectors, and board architecture
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, first-pass-success hardware infrastructure through expert root cause analysis and resolution, with an emphasis on addressing signal and power integrity challenges

Qualifications & Requirements (Education must be included):

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Over 10 years of expertise in hardware system design, including comprehensive signal integrity analysis and optimization. Leadership role is a plus
• Demonstrated proficiency in PCB design tools such as Altium, Allegro, and APD, with a strong capability for conducting thorough PCB reviews
• In-depth knowledge of server technologies, including:
• Signal and power integrity design and optimization methodologies
• Thermal management strategies
• Mechanical considerations relevant to PCB and overall system design
• Experience in high-speed interface design, e.g., DDR, PCIe, USB, and similar protocols
• Strong background in transmission line and electromagnetic field theory, with expertise in time and frequency domain analysis
• Skilled in extracting S-parameters or lumped models from packages and PCBs, converting them to Spice/behavioral circuit models, and evaluating performance through simulation
• Experienced with MIPI, I2C, SPI, and UART interfaces
• Proficient in impedance-controlled board design and manufacturing
• Conduct laboratory measurements using oscilloscope, phase noise analyzer, VNA, and TDR

Desired Characteristics & Attributes:

• Demonstrates a strong sense of self-motivation and a commitment to achieving meaningful results
• Exhibits the ability and enthusiasm to contribute effectively within a collaborative, fast-paced team environment
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Proven capability to perform effectively under pressure while meeting stringent deadlines
• Willingness and ability to adopt a hands-on approach when necessary, engaging with technical details to resolve issues and guide the team

The actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.

SiTime compensation packages includes base salary, bonus based on achieving your innovation goals and equity.

Benefits offered (US ONLY|GLOBAL TO REMOVE): 401k plan, health and wellness that includes medical, dental, vision, life, parental leave, legal services, and time off plans.

SiTime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We treat each person fairly and we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment against anyone on the basis of any protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or marital status or other characteristics protected by law. SiTime participates in the E-Verify program.

Learn More about SiTime: Review the Get to Know SiTime section of our career page to explore our culture, values, and what makes us unique.

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