Serdes System Architecture Research and Development Engineer

Job Description

MediaTek’s Data Center team is at the forefront of innovation, driving the development of cutting-edge technologies that power the world's most advanced data centers. We are a dynamic group of system architects, packaging technology developers, and SoC design experts dedicated to creating high-performance, efficient, and reliable solutions. Our team collaborates closely to push the boundaries of technology, ensuring optimal performance, power efficiency, and scalability for data center applications. Join our Data Center team and be a part of the technological revolution that is shaping the future of data centers. If you are passionate about innovation and have the expertise to drive strategic technology development, we would love to hear from you. 1. High-speed SerDes system (200Gbps ) technology development, including electrical and optical interconnect. 2. Define Serdes system specifications, find proper architecture with the design team (Analog, Digital, Algorithm), and build models for evaluation when necessary. 3. SerDes key technology evaluation and development (e.g., Next Gen SerDes like 400G, optical nonlinearity compensation, CPO technology). 4. Issues analysis and finding root cause during SerDes IP verification.

Main Requirements and Qualifications

• 1. Experience in developing or using high-speed SerDes PHY systems (at least 100G PAM4) and familiarity with relevant industry standards (either 802.3, OIF, or PCIe) – Must
• 2. A considerable understanding of 802.3 wireline communication algorithms, such as Channel modeling, Adaptive equalizer, CDR, ADC calibration, etc. – Must
• 3. Ability to build behavioral models to analyze SerDes transmission problems – Nice to have
• 4. Knowledge of or experience using 802.3 COM models or other equivalent link budget analysis tools – Nice to have
• Optical interconnect related:
• Nice-to-haves
• 1. Understanding of optical communication technologies (either SR, DR, or WDM), familiarity with Optical PMD specifications. – Must
• 2. Experience with optical modules (development/testing/use) are preferred – Nice to have
• 3. Experience in CPO component development or system buildup – Nice to have
• 4. Experience in Optical Modeling and nonlinear Compensation – Nice to have
• Location: San Jose, California
• Salary range: $190,000- $270,000. Employee may be eligible for performance bonus, short and long term incentive programs. Actual total compensation will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience and qualifications. In addition, MediaTek provides a variety of benefits including comprehensive health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays, Sick Leave, Vacation time, Parental leave, 401K and more.
• MediaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.