Validation Engineer, Senior/Principal

Overview In this Validation Engineering role, you validate and verify high-speed optical and electrical interfaces for MACOM’s advanced semiconductor products, supporting data-center modules and system-level integration. You will own validation activities across DVT, PVT, and debugging, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate datasheet specs into robust designs. The role blends hardware, firmware, and software disciplines to drive reliable, scalable products. A strong automation mindset and leadership in technical decisions help shape MACOM’s next-gen platforms. Compensation / BenefitsHealth, dental, and vision insuranceEmployer-sponsored 401(k) planPaid time offProfessional development opportunitiesFree gym access ResponsibilitiesValidate/verify parts against datasheet and standardsPerform SI/eye-diagram, BER, link margining, and stress testingDe-embedding and analyzing SI effects of high-speed interconnectsDevelop and own automated validation frameworks and test plansOversee hardware–firmware–DUT debugging and validation strategiesDefine hardware requirements and support manufacturing handoffMentor junior engineers and communicate results via reports and dashboardsCollaborate across optical front ends, high-speed interfaces, firmware, drivers, and OS Key requirementsBS and 5 years’ experience or MS and 3 years’ experience in related disciplinesExperience validating optical/electrical devices and high-speed interfacesProficient with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, BER testers, optical test equipment, VNA)Strong debugging, root-cause analysis, and cross-functional collaborationExperience with test automation and data analysisExcellent communication and documentation skillsWillingness to learn new disciplines and work outside current expertiseAbility to reproduce, isolate, and drive closure of complex issuesKnowledge of hardware–firmware–DUT integration and validation planningstrong communicationmentorshipproblem-solvingC#, MATLAB, Python scriptingTest automation and data captureHigh-bandwidth oscilloscopes