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Logitech is the Sweet Spot for people who want their actions to have a positive global impact while having the flexibility to do it in their own way.Location:Logitech is proud to support a hybrid work culture.  This full-time role will be open to hybrid candidates based near our locations in San Jose, CA; Irvine, CA; Camas, WA; Dallas, TX; Miami, FL and Toronto, Canada. We will also consider exceptional remote candidates in other offsite US locations.  Travel Requirements: This role requires travel for internal meetings, industry conferences/trade shows (as required/needed).The Team and Role:The Marketing Manager, Education is responsible for developing, activating, reporting on, and continually improving the performance of integrated marketing initiatives that increase Logitech revenue in the Education segment, while helping to mature our marketing processes and operations. As a key member of the North America Logitech for Business (L4B) Marketing Team, the Marketing Manager, Education will be responsible for building and executing a marketing strategy for both direct and indirect (i.e. through channel). The direct marketing strategy will be built upon the focus areas defined by leadership, leverage the content, messaging and programs received from central functions or self-generated, and address the unique needs and objectives for the Direct Engagement Public Sector sales team.The channel strategy will serve the capabilities, constraints, and business objectives of the priority  Education channel partners. Programs could include to-channel tactics such as enablement, training, and incentives, as well as through-channel tactics such as advertising, email, and events. The Marketing Manager, Education will present and garner buy-in for a proposed plan of activities, and will continually measure and evaluate return on investment, other key performance indicators, and pursue innovation and continual improvement. This role requires a collaborative, team player who enjoys working in an entrepreneurial environment. A successful Marketing Manager, Education will seize the opportunity to influence content, programs, and platforms while being equally willing to roll up their sleeves and contribute where necessary. The Marketing Manager must be able to manage multiple projects and move with a sense of urgency while navigating the nuances of a matrixed organization.Your Contribution:Be Yourself. Be Open. Stay Hungry and Humble. Collaborate. Challenge. Decide and just Do. Share our passion for Equality and the Environment. These are the behaviors you’ll need for success at Logitech. In this role you will:Act as the primary marketing point of contact for the direct engagement and channel sales and engineering teams selling into the education segment.Proactively design a quarterly and annual marketing plan and key performance indicators, inclusive of direct and channel programs that are aligned with business priorities and sales’ objectives.Work with our channel partners to design to and through marketing programs that increase our mindshare for Logitech within the partner, and ultimately drive Education revenue through the channel partner with end customers.Submit quarterly and ad hoc proposals for budget and manage the logistics of vendor payments and internal finance processes.Understand how campaigns and messaging from central marketing functions need to be customized and localized for the education market, and then quickly execute those customizations. Regularly engage and support the priority channel partners - as defined by available revenue data and the Public Sector Sales Leaders - and the Logitech channel account managers assigned to those partners.Deliver a regular cadence of communications to channel partners about Logitech’s solutions for education, including (but not limited to) customer newsletter content, channel newsletter content, a Public Sector Channel Summit, etc.Serve as the primary marketing liaison with the Public Sector sales team for K12 and higher education marketing activities.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and implement marketing programs, campaigns, and promotions that align with business objectives, including set-up, pre and post-analysis (lift return on investment), and reporting results both internally and externally.Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and partner performance to identify opportunities for growth and optimize channel marketing initiatives.Develop metrics and measures to track Logitech’s share of the relevant channel partner education revenue, progress towards capturing additional share, and program results by channel partner. Provide these metrics and results to channel account managers and leadership on a regular cadence (quarterly, at a minimum).Bring your relationships with education-specific vendors and marketing agencies to Logitech to scale, create efficiencies, and innovate in your marketing programs and tactics.Act as a subject matter expert within the broader organization regarding the needs, requirements of the Public Sector market, and how they provide benefit to Logitech. In addition, this role will have regional responsibility for the following programs.Utilize market data, customer feedback, and channel inputs to articulate to the Education Business Accelerator Group the marketing content, campaign, and product requirements and the potential revenue impact of meeting those needs.Key Qualifications:For consideration, you must bring the following minimum skills and behaviors to our team:Demonstrated success in education marketing. Experience targeting IT decision-makers with technology and/or enterprise services is a plus.Strong track record of designing, executing, and tracking performance of digital marketing programs and events is required.Vision to proactively anticipate and understand problems and opportunities and present comprehensive and timely solutions.Dexterity to manage multiple projects and prioritize the work with the biggest impact on the business.Confidence to communicate in a clear and concise manner using the mode (verbal, writing, or video) that is appropriate for the topic and audience. Strong presentation skills, including the ability to create professional, compelling presentations, is required.Unrelenting curiosity to learn, grow, and adapt.Ability to champion ideas and projects across the organization, building influence to drive team members towards the common objective of growing sales revenue in their channel and region. In addition, preferable skills and behaviors include:Functional fluency in Customer Relationship Management tools (e.g. Salesforce), Partner Relationship Management tools (e.g. Impartner), and related marketing tools (such as, but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite, Google Workspace) is preferred.Understanding of education technology landscape: A strong grasp of industry trends, technology solutions, and buyer personas in the public sector, facilitating the development of targeted and impactful marketing strategies.Strong copywriting and design skills will improve agility and speed of execution in this role.Education:BA/BS or equivalent work experience.#LI-CT1#LI-RemoteThis position offers an annual salary of typically between $ 83K and $ 196K dependent on location and experience.  In certain circumstances, higher compensation will be considered based on the business need, candidate experience, and skills.Across Logitech we empower collaboration and foster play. We help teams collaborate/learn from anywhere, without compromising on productivity or continuity so it should be no surprise that most of our jobs are open to work from home from most locations. Our hybrid work model allows some employees to work remotely while others work on-premises. Within this structure, you may have teams or departments split between working remotely and working in-house.Logitech is an amazing place to work because it is full of authentic people who are inclusive by nature as well as by design. Being a global company, we value our diversity and celebrate all our differences. Don’t meet every single requirement? Not a problem. If you feel you are the right candidate for the opportunity, we strongly recommend that you apply. We want to meet you!We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits packages and working environments that are designed to be flexible and help you to care for yourself and your loved ones, now and in the future. We believe that good health means more than getting medical care when you need it. Logitech supports a culture that encourages individuals to achieve good physical, financial, emotional, intellectual and social wellbeing so we all can create, achieve and enjoy more and support our families. We can’t wait to tell you more about them being that there are too many to list here and they vary based on location.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.If you require an accommodation to complete any part of the application process, are limited in the ability, are unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact us toll free at 1-510-713-4866 for assistance and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Logitech is the Sweet Spot for people who want their actions to have a positive global impact while having the flexibility to do it in their own way.Location:  Logitech is proud to support a hybrid work culture.  This full-time role will be open to hybrid candidates based near our locations in San Jose, CA; Irvine, CA; Camas, WA; Dallas, TX; Miami, FL and Toronto, Canada. We will also consider exceptional remote candidates in other offsite US locations.  Team Role:Join one of Logitech’s fastest-growing teams as we accelerate our success building innovative technology solutions for our customers.  We’re seeking a dynamic, seasoned marketing professional to play a pivotal role driving Logitech’s expansion in the education industry vertical by bringing a deep understanding of the K12 and higher education IT decision-maker audiences and leading global marketing efforts for this vertical.  In this role, you will craft strategic marketing and communications plans and content and collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate Logitech’s position in the marketplace. Your Contribution:Be Yourself. Be Open. Stay Hungry and Humble. Collaborate. Challenge. Decide and just Do. Share our passion for equality and the environment. These are the core behaviors and values you’ll need for success at Logitech.In this role, you will responsible for:Marketing strategy and planning:  create marketing strategies and campaigns to deepen customer penetration with educational institutions (K12 schools/districts and higher education institutions) and achieve marketing and business objectives in collaboration with cross-functional colleagues.Audience insights and trends:  to provide deep insights into the target IT decision maker buyer and influencer audiences, buying process and considerations, and stay abreast of the latest trends to inform marketing, communication, and product portfolio development in collaboration with Insights colleagues. Foundational materials including messaging, personas, competitive positioning and customer journeys.    Content plans and creation: craft compelling marketing content and collateral such as thought leadership white papers, product datasheets, digital advertising assets, webinar/event presentations, and sales enablement materials to be activated across a range of touchpoints such as email, website, paid advertising, events, etc. Channel marketing:   develop impactful programs for key partners in collaboration with colleagues in channel marketing and sales Industry partnerships:  identify and engage with key industry and alliances partners and influencer communities in collaboration with partnership marketing and business development colleagues.Performance monitoring and optimization:  Monitor and analyze performance across campaigns to drive continuous improvement in marketing efforts in collaboration with Marketing Analytics. Key Qualifications:Exceptional experience in relevant B2B vertical marketing in the technology sectorDeep understanding of and experience marketing to the education IT decision-maker buyer audience (K12 schools/districts and higher education)Channel marketing experience Team/interpersonal: ability to lead, collaborate, and influence across functions and groups in a complex, growing organization and with external agencies and partners Ability to translate insights into impact: build plans, identify and execute the highest impact ideas and tactics to achieve business objectivesCommunication:  excellent writing, editing, presentation and public speaking skills Strong analytical skills Track record of delivering exceptional business resultsWillingness to travel up to 15%Bachelor’s degree or relevant industry experience preferred#LI-CT1#LI-RemoteThis position offers an annual salary of typically between $ 130K and $ 236K dependent on location and experience.  In certain circumstances, higher compensation will be considered based on the business need, candidate experience, and skills.Across Logitech we empower collaboration and foster play. We help teams collaborate/learn from anywhere, without compromising on productivity or continuity so it should be no surprise that most of our jobs are open to work from home from most locations. Our hybrid work model allows some employees to work remotely while others work on-premises. Within this structure, you may have teams or departments split between working remotely and working in-house.Logitech is an amazing place to work because it is full of authentic people who are inclusive by nature as well as by design. Being a global company, we value our diversity and celebrate all our differences. Don’t meet every single requirement? Not a problem. If you feel you are the right candidate for the opportunity, we strongly recommend that you apply. We want to meet you!We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits packages and working environments that are designed to be flexible and help you to care for yourself and your loved ones, now and in the future. We believe that good health means more than getting medical care when you need it. Logitech supports a culture that encourages individuals to achieve good physical, financial, emotional, intellectual and social wellbeing so we all can create, achieve and enjoy more and support our families. We can’t wait to tell you more about them being that there are too many to list here and they vary based on location.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.If you require an accommodation to complete any part of the application process, are limited in the ability, are unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact us toll free at 1-510-713-4866 for assistance and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosystem partners, Astera Labs enables organizations to unlock the full potential of modern AI. Astera Labs’ Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates CXL®, Ethernet, NVLink, PCIe®, and UALink™ semiconductor-based technologies with the company’s COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out connectivity. The company’s custom connectivity solutions business complements its standards-based portfolio, enabling customers to deploy tailored architectures to meet their unique infrastructure requirements. Discover more at www.asteralabs.com.Overview Join our team as Principal Digital Design Engineerto architect and implement next-generation digital designs for high-performance connectivity solutions. You'll own complex blocks from micro-architecture through silicon bring-up, driving RTL implementation and collaborating with verification, PD and DFT teams to deliver high performance products in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement complex digital blocks and subsystems by defining micro-architecture and driving digital design. Collaborate with verification teams to develop test plans, achieve coverage closure, and debug complex issues. Lead efforts to achieve timing closure and implement Design-for-Test (DFT) features for optimal design performance. Work closely with post-silicon teams to facilitate silicon bring-up and debug. Mentor junior engineers to develop their technical skills and expertise. Actively contribute to the development and improvement of silicon development processes. Drive designs to production, ensuring accountability for quality, schedule, and overall design success. Required Qualifications: Education Experience: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent. 8+ years of hands-on experience developing complex SoC/silicon products in Server, Storage, and/or Networking markets Digital Design Expertise: Architecture definition and micro-architecture development RTL coding, functional simulation, and synthesis Timing closure and gate-level simulation (GLS) Design for test (DFT) implementation Production experience with advanced CMOS nodes (≤7nm) Protocols Integration: Deep expertise in at least one high-speed protocol—PCIe , Ethernet, Infiniband, DDR, or similar Third-party IP integration and verification. Block-level design ownership from architecture through GDS Tools Methodologies: Proficiency with Cadence and/or Synopsys digital design flows Familiarity with UVM-based verification methodologies. Silicon bring-up, debug, and failure analysis expertise Professional Attributes: Strong work ethic with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic environment Excellent communication and collaboration skills; comfortable working cross-functionally with global teams Self-directed learner who thrives with minimal supervision and adapts quickly to changing requirements Customer-focused mindset with ability to translate business needs into technical excellence Preferred Qualifications Track record of delivering multiple high-performance designs to production in data-center environments Hands-on collaboration with embedded firmware teams; deep understanding of firmware development challenges and constraints Familiarity with standard embedded processor subsystems (RISC-V, Arm, etc.) Proven contributions to design methodology, CAD automation, or design infrastructure to improve productivity or design quality The base salary range is $185,000.00 USD – $230,000.00 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. We know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.

Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosystem partners, Astera Labs enables organizations to unlock the full potential of modern AI. Astera Labs’ Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates CXL®, Ethernet, NVLink, PCIe®, and UALink™ semiconductor-based technologies with the company’s COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out connectivity. The company’s custom connectivity solutions business complements its standards-based portfolio, enabling customers to deploy tailored architectures to meet their unique infrastructure requirements. Discover more at www.asteralabs.com. Role Overview As a Sr. Principal DSP Architect, you will be the technical visionary leading the definition and development of next-generation Digital Signal Processing (DSP) architectures. Your focus will be on high-speed PAM4 (Pulse Amplitude Modulation 4-level) systems and coherent/direct-detect optical transceivers. You will bridge the gap between theoretical communications theory and silicon implementation, driving the roadmap for 800G, 1.6T, and beyond. Key Responsibilities Architectural Leadership: Lead the definition of DSP micro-architecture for high-performance ASICs, focusing on low-power, high-throughput data paths. Algorithm Development: Design, model, and simulate advanced DSP algorithms for: Adaptive Equalization (FFE, DFE, MLSE). Forward Error Correction (FEC). Clock and Data Recovery (CDR). Chromatic Dispersion (CD) and Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD) compensation. Modeling Simulation: Develop bit-accurate and performance-accurate models using Python, MATLAB, or C++ to validate architectural choices against Bit Error Rate (BER) targets. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Analog Mixed-Signal (AMS) designers to optimize the ADC/DAC interface and with RTL teams to ensure power-efficient hardware implementation. Performance Trade-offs: Conduct rigorous Power, Performance, and Area (PPA) analysis to balance complex DSP requirements with the thermal and size constraints of optical modules (e.g., QSFP-DD, OSFP). Standards Contribution: Represent the company in industry standards bodies (IEEE 802.3, OIF) to influence future optical communications protocols. Required Qualifications Education: PhD or MS in Electrical Engineering, Communication Theory, or a related field. Experience: 12+ years of experience in DSP design, specifically for high-speed SerDes or optical communications. Technical Deep Dive: Expertise in PAM4 signaling and the associated challenges (non-linearity, SNR requirements). Deep understanding of Digital Filter Design (FIR, IIR) and adaptive signal processing. Experience with high-speed ADC/DAC architectures and their impact on DSP performance. Tooling: Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), and SystemC. Silicon Success: A proven track record of taking complex DSP architectures from concept through tape-out to high-volume production. Preferred Skills Experience with Coherent Optical technologies (QAM, polarization multiplexing). Knowledge of Machine Learning applications in DSP for non-linearity compensation. Familiarity with hardware description languages (Verilog/SystemVerilog) and the synthesis flow The base salary range is $210,000 USD – $260,000 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on location, experience, and employees' pay in similar positions. We know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities. We know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.

Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosystem partners, Astera Labs enables organizations to unlock the full potential of modern AI. Astera Labs’ Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates CXL®, Ethernet, NVLink, PCIe®, and UALink™ semiconductor-based technologies with the company’s COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out connectivity. The company’s custom connectivity solutions business complements its standards-based portfolio, enabling customers to deploy tailored architectures to meet their unique infrastructure requirements. Discover more at www.asteralabs.com.Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Lead Power Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and optimizing power delivery systems for our ASIC products, ensuring robust power integrity, and developing board-level designs. Your expertise will be crucial in selecting power components, collaborating with vendors, and utilizing industry-leading tools to deliver high-performance solutions. Key Responsibilities: Develop and optimize power conversion circuits, including DC-DC converters, voltage regulators, and power modules. Design high-efficiency, high-reliability power circuits including: Buck / boost / buck-boost converters Multiphase regulators Hot-swap, protection, and sequencing circuits Design and optimize power delivery for ASICs, ensuring stable voltage and current distribution across the board. Address power integrity challenges such as voltage ripple, noise, and impedance of mismatches. Perform power integrity, transient response, stability, and thermal analysis. Evaluate and select appropriate power components, such as voltage regulators, capacitors, and inductors, ensuring they meet performance, thermal, and reliability specifications. Also, will be asked to do the same evaluation on overall system level design components. Work closely with component vendors to identify and source the best power solutions, ensuring compatibility with our ASIC designs and meeting quality standards. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including firmware, mechanical, and validation engineers, to integrate designs into complete systems. Generate and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including, Specifications, schematics and BOMs. Conduct thorough debugging and analysis of power-related or system level issue utilizing lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and power analyzers to identify and resolve problems. Basic Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field. Experience: 5-8 years of experience in power and board design engineering, with a focus on ASIC or high-speed digital designs. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Cadence OrCAD and Allegro for schematic capture and PCB layout. Strong understanding of power integrity principles and techniques. Experience with power component selection and vendor collaboration. Hands-on experience with debugging power-related issues using lab equipment. Proficiency with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, electronic loads, spectrum analyzers). Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and teamwork abilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, DDR, and USB. Familiarity with electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) considerations. Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) considerations. Experience in thermal management and reliability analysis. Why Join Us: Work on cutting-edge ASIC designs in a collaborative and innovative environment. Opportunity to influence power design strategies and contribute to product success. Access to state-of-the-art tools and resources to enhance your skills and career growth. If you are passionate about power and board design engineering and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply and become a key contributor to our team. Base pay range for this role is $170,000 - $195,000. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. We know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.

Logitech is the Sweet Spot for people who want their actions to have a positive global impact while having the flexibility to do it in their own way.The Role:As an Electrical Engineering Intern for Logitech, you will work closely with experienced engineers to test and create the electronics vibration model within a specific electronics component.. Your task will be to read some related papers , understand the theory , come up with a test plan and operate the testing equipment to output the results. Your goal at the end of the internship is to present a vibration to noise model for the future design and debug.Your Contribution:Be Yourself. Be Open. Stay Hungry and Humble. Collaborate. Challenge. Decide and just Do. These are the behaviors you’ll need for success at Logitech. In this role you will: Work closely with our experienced engineering team, so collaboration skills and an optimistic attitude are essential for successGain industry experience by working closely with our group of seasoned engineersLearn how to use advanced equipment and will pick up a ton of tips and tricks along the wayForm friendships and gain a lot of valuable contacts within the industry Key Qualifications:For consideration, you must bring the following minimum skills and behaviors to our team:Understand the working theory of electronics components (ie: Capacitor)Experience using measurement instruments such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, etc.Excellent written and verbal communication skills In addition, preferable skills and behaviors include:Experience soldering and reworking PCBAs (surface mount and through hole)Experience tool to collect data, come out a chart and analyze the results ( Python , Excel..)Education:Currently enrolled Junior/Senior in Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s program or similarCompensation: This position offers an hourly rate typically between $39.00 hourly- $40.00 hourly commensurate to the level of degree program in which an applicant is actively enrolled..   Logitech offers interns benefits of Paid Holidays, and access to Employee Product Discounts.#LI-SN1Across Logitech we empower collaboration and foster play. We help teams collaborate/learn from anywhere, without compromising on productivity or continuity so it should be no surprise that most of our jobs are open to work from home from most locations. Our hybrid work model allows some employees to work remotely while others work on-premises. Within this structure, you may have teams or departments split between working remotely and working in-house.Logitech is an amazing place to work because it is full of authentic people who are inclusive by nature as well as by design. Being a global company, we value our diversity and celebrate all our differences. Don’t meet every single requirement? Not a problem. If you feel you are the right candidate for the opportunity, we strongly recommend that you apply. We want to meet you!We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits packages and working environments that are designed to be flexible and help you to care for yourself and your loved ones, now and in the future. We believe that good health means more than getting medical care when you need it. Logitech supports a culture that encourages individuals to achieve good physical, financial, emotional, intellectual and social wellbeing so we all can create, achieve and enjoy more and support our families. We can’t wait to tell you more about them being that there are too many to list here and they vary based on location.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.If you require an accommodation to complete any part of the application process, are limited in the ability, are unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact us toll free at 1-510-713-4866 for assistance and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosystem partners, Astera Labs enables organizations to unlock the full potential of modern AI. Astera Labs’ Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates CXL®, Ethernet, NVLink, PCIe®, and UALink™ semiconductor-based technologies with the company’s COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out connectivity. The company’s custom connectivity solutions business complements its standards-based portfolio, enabling customers to deploy tailored architectures to meet their unique infrastructure requirements. Discover more at www.asteralabs.com.Overview: As a Senior Principal Validation Engineer, you will join a cutting-edge mixed-signal design team and lead the end-to-end post‑silicon validation and characterization effort. You will own the development and execution of comprehensive validation plans, design and implement test methodologies, and drive hands‑on lab work to verify silicon against specification and performance targets. You will collaborate closely with design, firmware, and system teams to translate architectural goals into measurable test strategies, build automated test frameworks, and analyze complex analog and digital interactions. Your work will include defining test requirements, creating characterization flows, debugging silicon anomalies, and delivering clear, data‑driven recommendations that influence product direction. This role requires deep technical expertise in mixed‑signal systems, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to mentor engineers across disciplines. You will be expected to champion best practices for validation, optimize test coverage and throughput, and ensure that products meet reliability, yield, and performance objectives before production. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and execute validation plans. Own end‑to‑end post‑silicon characterization and validation strategies, translating product requirements into measurable test objectives, pass/fail criteria, and schedules. Drive design reviews and specification alignment. Participate in architecture and design‑spec reviews to ensure testability, trace requirements to verification plans, and influence design tradeoffs to meet performance and reliability targets. Lead hands‑on test execution and bring‑up. Perform silicon bring‑up, functional and parametric testing, interop checks, and performance benchmarking; rapidly iterate on test flows to accelerate time‑to‑data. Build and maintain automation frameworks. Develop scalable test automation, data capture, and analysis pipelines to increase throughput, reproducibility, and coverage across mixed‑signal test benches. Debug and optimize system performance. Diagnose complex failures and performance bottlenecks across analog, digital, firmware, and protocol layers; propose and validate corrective actions to improve stability, yield, and power/performance tradeoffs. Root‑cause cross‑domain failures. Trace issues to circuit, package, firmware, or protocol interactions using lab measurements, waveform analysis, and system‑level tests; coordinate with design, package, and firmware teams to implement fixes. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams. Work closely with mixed‑signal design, firmware, system engineering, and manufacturing to deliver detailed results, root‑cause analyses, optimization recommendations, and formal validation/compliance reports. Document findings and improve methodologies. Produce clear debug reports, formal characterization summaries, and recommendations for design/process/test improvements; contribute to failure analysis (FA) best practices and knowledge base. Develop test software and platform integrations. Write robust Python test scripts and control interfaces to configure, monitor, and collect status from multiple DSP and hardware platforms, improving firmware stability and automating regression suites. Measure and communicate impact. Define key validation metrics, track coverage and defect trends, and present data‑driven conclusions to stakeholders to influence product direction and release decisions. Basic Qualifications Education — Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred to demonstrate advanced technical depth and specialization. Experience — At least ten years of hands‑on experience in mixed‑signal, high‑speed lab environments, executing characterization and validation with industry instruments such as protocol analyzers, BERTs, real‑time oscilloscopes, sampling scopes, TDRs, and VNAs. Software Skills — Strong programming ability in Python and C/C++ for test automation, data analysis, and firmware interaction. Retimer Expertise — Practical experience bringing up and debugging retimers, including equalization tuning, pass‑through operation, clocking strategies, and reset and link sequencing. High‑Speed Signaling Knowledge — Deep understanding of NRZ and PAM4 architectures and the ability to investigate jitter sources, CDR and PLL behavior, equalization techniques such as DFE, CTLE, and FFE, as well as crosstalk and power integrity issues. Post‑Silicon Validation — Proven track record in post‑silicon validation and bring‑up of high‑speed PHYs or retimers, with experience developing characterization flows and validating silicon against specifications. Circuit Block Familiarity — Solid working knowledge of key high‑speed building blocks including PLLs, CTLE, DFE, transmitter equalization, and PAM4 signaling fundamentals. Analytical Problem Solving — Exceptional troubleshooting skills with the ability to isolate and narrow complex, multi‑layer failures across analog, digital, firmware, and package domains. Communication — Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation of findings, presentation of root cause analyses, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams. Preferred Experience: Mixed‑signal system testing and validation — Demonstrated experience in end‑to‑end mixed‑signal system testing, characterization, validation, and compliance activities, including developing test plans, executing characterization flows, and producing formal compliance reports. Signal integrity instrumentation and techniques — Hands‑on proficiency with signal integrity test equipment and methodologies, including BERTs, VNAs, oscilloscopes, sampling scopes, TDRs, and advanced probing techniques for channel and package analysis. Ethernet standards familiarity — Working knowledge of IEEE 802.3 family standards and practical experience validating Ethernet PHYs, link training, autonegotiation, and compliance testing across relevant speeds and media types. Serial protocol expertise — Practical understanding of common serial interfaces such as I2C, I3C, SPI, UART, and other control/status buses used for device bring‑up, firmware interaction, and system integration. Cross‑discipline collaboration — Proven ability to translate SI/PI simulation results into testable lab plans, collaborate with design and firmware teams to close the loop on issues, and document findings that drive design or process improvements. Based in San Jose, this position requires an in-person presence, offering a unique opportunity to impact our global operations directly. The base salary range is USD 205,00 - USD 255,000. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.We know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.