Validation Engineer

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com.

Why this position matters

We are developing highly flexible wireless SoCs in a fast-paced environment. The IoT RF Validation team has a vital role in ensuring product performance, scalability, and time to market. We are looking for an experienced engineer focusing on RF and DSP design validation of wireless PHY and MAC layer IPs for low-power System-on-Chip IoT products.  You will be part of a specialized, highly skilled IP-SoC development team spanning multiple wireless communications technologies such as Bluetooth Low-Energy, 802.15.4 Zigbee-Thread, 802.11 Wi-Fi, Wi-SUN, and proprietary short-range wireless. You will be taking designs through the complete development lifecycle from initial concept  to silicon bring-up and optimization of shipping products.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development of Zigbee, BLE, Wi-SUN, ZWave, MBus, and proprietary PHY configurations for Silicon Labs RF SoCs

• Create or modify tests as needed within the test software framework.

• Review and update existing test code and test architectures, carry out unit tests and regression testing.

• Validate new Silicon Labs IP on silicon, providing support and feedback to cross-functional teams by performing lab measurements to validate transceiver performance

• Present validation reports to cross-functional teams and work with design, product test and firmware teams to debug issues.

Qualifications

• BS, MS in Electrical Engineering

• Experience using Python or other high-level modeling language/tool for designing and evaluating RF/communication systems and algorithms

• Basic DSP knowledge (up/down sampling, FIR filtering)

• Experience developing and using automated test systems regarding hardware testing and / or software QA

• Experience in revision control and code management systems (e.g. Gitlab / Github / BitBucket (Stash))

• Experience with continuous integration technique

• Experience in creating test strategies and test plans

• Architecting or modifying the architecture of test systems and associated frameworks

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

• Demonstrated ability to generate high output in a self-driven manner

Considered as a plus:

• Strong grasp of analog signal fundamentals, basic circuit components, and specifications

• Interesting in RF signal chains including LNAs, mixers, PAs, A/D and D/A

• Basic knowledge of digital modulation formats (MSK/FSK, OQPSK, OOK/ASK, etc)

• Proficiency taking measurements with standard RF lab instruments (signal generator, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, scope, DMM, supply)

• Knowledge of common wireless communications standards and protocols such as Bluetooth low-energy, 802.15.4, 802.11 WiFi

Budapest Perks & Benefits

You would be working from our office in Budapest, in Graphisoft Park, next to the riverbank of the Danube. We also offer: 

• Annual Budapest travel card or parking in the office garage

• Great cafeteria system

• Opportunity to join Employment Stock Purchase Plan

• Private health care access

• Life and accident insurance for every employee

• Contribution to a voluntary private pension fund

• AYCM card option

• Possibility to meet with the executive team regularly

• Supportive and multicultural office with enthusiastic, hard-working colleagues

• We prioritize the time for social activities, competitions, after work dinners and so much more!

The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between Ft7,078,400 - Ft13,145,600. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package.

Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.