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Senior Validation Engineer
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This is a new opportunity for a Senior Validation Engineer with a successful and expanding space-technology company based in Hampshire, southeast England.
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If you have a strong profile in post-silicon chip validation and an interest in high-speed SerDes PHY validation, then this role could be for you – it’s a great opportunity to join one of the most profitable companies in the space industry. Working within our client’s satellite systems business unit, you will play a key role in the validation of advanced high-speed SerDes PHYs and MDA silicon products. Your role will involve:
- Validating high-speed SerDes PHYs, including link bring-up and equalisation tuning
- Developing and executing chip and system test plans across PVT, data rates and bandwidths
- Performing laboratory measurements using equipment such as high-speed oscilloscopes
- Developing Python-based test automation and supporting continuous integration methodologies
- Contributing to the evolution of product quality through robust validation methodologies and test processes
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As The Right Candidate, You Will Bring
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or related field
- Strong experience in chip and system validation, particularly involving analogue, RF and high-speed communication blocks.
- Solid knowledge of SerDes/time-domain high-speed links and associated test equipment
- Programming experience in Python, C/C++ or similar, ideally within an automated test environment.
- Hands-on experience with RF test equipment such as spectrum analysers, VNAs/PNAs, signal generators, power meters and high-speed sampling oscilloscopes
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This is an opportunity to work hands-on with advanced silicon, high-speed communication technologies and state-of-the-art laboratory equipment, while contributing to the validation and quality of next-generation products.
On top of a competitive basic salary, you’ll receive a benefits package including private healthcare, life insurance, pension plan, and visa sponsorship if needed.
Get in touch for details: please contact Caroline Pye.
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