SerDes PHY Embedded Software / Firmware Engineer (Engineer I / Engineer II / Senior Levels)

Alphawave Semi enables tomorrow’s future by accelerating the critical data communication at the heart of our digital world – from seamless video streaming to AI to the metaverse and much more. Our technology powers product innovation in the most data-demanding industries today, including data centers, networking, storage, artificial intelligence, 5G wireless infrastructure, and autonomous vehicles. Customers partner with us for mission-critical data communication, our innovative technologies, and our proven track record. Together, we enable the next generation of digital technology.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and optimize low-level firmware for Alphawave Semi’s high-speed SerDes PHYs.
• Collaborate with architects, hardware designers, validation and software teams to define and implement robust firmware solutions.
• Work on pre-silicon and post-silicon bring-up of PHY firmware, debugging complex issues at the HW/SW boundary.
• Develop and test real-time embedded software to configure, calibrate, and tune high-speed SerDes PHYs with software based automation
• Work on system-level debugging, interacting with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, BERTs, protocol analyzers) to analyze PHY performance.
• Build test cases, regression infrastructure, automation to support shipping SW/FW at high velocity

What You'll Need:

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in embedded firmware development, preferably in low-level firmware for SerDes PHYs, high-speed I/O, or networking interfaces.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.
• Experience with real-time firmware development and low-level hardware interactions (register-level programming, embedded drivers).
• Solid debugging skills, including use of JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers for firmware bring-up.
• Understanding of high-speed signal processing, equalization techniques, and error correction in SerDes architectures.
• Strong proficiency in Python as a scripting language for test automation and debugging.
• Strong proficiency in Git, leveraging latest software development lifecycle methodologies like git-flow or a CI based merge request flow
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills in a fast-paced development environment.

We have a flexible work environment to support and help employees thrive in personal and professional capacities.

You'll also be eligible for competitive benefits described as per below:

Health & Wellness

Our programs emphasize knowledge and prevention, helping you stay proactive and prepared to manage your health at every stage.

• Comprehensive health plan
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Wellness Spending Account (WSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Time Off

We value the importance of rest and recharge, which is why we offer flexible time off options to support your well-being.

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave Top-Up Program

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Alphawave Semi is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all applicants regardless of age, gender, race, disability, or other protected characteristics. We value diversity and provide accommodations during the recruitment process.