Principal Engineer, High-speed Io & Memory Systems

SambaNova Systems

Austin, Texas, United States
Base: competitive; bonus/equity: equity included; ...
On-site
7+ years post-silicon validation experience
High-speed io protocol expertise (pcie, ethernet)
Python or bash scripting proficiency
This role involves owning the bring-up, debug, and validation of high-speed IO and memory subsystems from first silicon through customer deployment

Job Summary

  • This role involves owning the bring-up, debug, and validation of high-speed IO and memory subsystems from first silicon through customer deployment.
  • Candidates will lead cross-functional teams to root cause complex issues across silicon, board, and software layers while driving continuous improvement in validation methodologies.
  • The company offers a competitive total rewards package including base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits covering 95% of employee medical insurance premiums.

Matching Summary

This role involves owning the bring-up, debug, and validation of high-speed IO and memory subsystems from first silicon through customer deployment.

Salary

Base: Competitive; Bonus/Equity: Equity included; Benefits: 95% medical premium coverage, HSA, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, Headspace, Gympass+, One Medical

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years post-silicon validation experience
  • High-speed IO protocol expertise (PCIe, Ethernet)
  • Python or Bash scripting proficiency
  • Cross-functional hardware firmware software debugging
  • System power-on readiness and stress testing

Nice-to-have

  • Deep SerDes training and equalization knowledge
  • Hands-on oscilloscope and BERT lab equipment use
  • C or C++ programming for low-level tooling
  • Mixed-signal IO design validation background
  • Bias for action and self-starter mindset

Key Requirements

  • M.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
  • 7+ years experience in post-silicon validation
  • Experience with HBM, CXL, or UCIe protocols

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter