Principal Communications Systems Engineer
MaxLinear is seeking a Principal Communications System Engineer to join our experienced team in the Valencia design center.
We are a team of world-class communication systems engineers designing advanced broadband communication SOCs.
These chips integrate complete PHY and MAC layers (including broadband RF/analog circuits, digital ASIC, and CPU subsystems) on a single die; and are being designed in deep-submicron CMOS processes for use in next-generation wireless, optical, and wireline systems.ResponsibilitiesResearch, design, verification and test of DSP (Digital Signal Processing) algorithms (modulators, demodulators, filters, equalizers, channel coding, echo cancellers, ...) for broadband communication SOCs.Design, verification and test of signal-impairment correction algorithms enabling higher performance from the analog front end; work closely with the RFIC and RF systems teams to optimize the overall system.Definition, specification and test of the hardware/software partitioning of complex DSP, control and data-path blocks; collaboration with the ASIC design and firmware engineering teams to ensure correct implementation.Mentor Junior Engineers in all stages of the PHY layer development of MaxLinear's SOC products.QualificationsElectronics/Telecommunication Engineering master's degree (PhD is an asset).
Ability to work closely within cross-functional teams consisting of Communications Systems Engineers, RFIC, ASIC and SW.Strong analytical skills and solid mathematical background; strong foundation in communications theory.Experience in PHY modem architectures and DSP design for communications.Experience in MATLAB and C/C++; SystemC and Python knowledge is a plus.Able to work in a multicultural team with strong drive to excel.Good written and communication skills.Compensation And BenefitsCompetitive salary package.Stock-based compensation.Private medical insurance.Life insurance.Company Overview
MaxLinear is a general, NASDAQ-traded company (MXL) where the entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well.
We are a fabless system-on-chip product company, striving to improve the world's communication networks for everyone through our highly integrated radio-frequency (RF), analog, digital, and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions for access and connectivity, wired and wireless infrastructure, and industrial and multi-market applications.We hire the best people in the industry and engage them in some of the most exciting opportunities that connect the world we live in today.
Our growth has come from innovative, bold approaches to solving some of the world's most challenging communication technology problems in the most efficient and effective manner.MaxLinear began by developing the world's first high-performance TV tuner chip using standard CMOS process technology.
Since then, we've developed a full line of products that drive 4G and 5G infrastructure; enable data center, metro and long-haul optical interconnects; bring 10Gbit to the home; power the IoT revolution; and enable robust and reliable communication in harsh industrial environments.Our headquarters are in Carlsbad, near San Diego, California.
We also have major design centres in Irvine and San Jose, California; Valencia, Spain; Bangalore, India; Munich, Germany; Israel; and Singapore.Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
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