Signal & Power Integrity Engineer, AI Hardware

What to ExpectTesla's Silicon Development Group is looking for a Signal Integrity/Power Integrity Engineer. In this position, you will work with the team to develop next generation AI chips and systems for all Tesla vehicles and Optimus robots. You will be responsible for Optimus and FSD car computer's signal and power integrity design/validation, including high speed SerDes, parallel link interfaces, and core power rails from on-die, package, PCB, through connectors, cables, etc. In Tesla, we build everything from the First Principle. You are responsible for the end-to-end SIPI design, sign-off, and validation that is essential to a great product.What You'll DoDesign SOC package, PCB and system with optimized power integrity and signal integrityWork with cross functional team and vendors on high-speed interconnect design, including advanced packaging, connector, socket, cable, etc.Work with silicon, package and PCB physical design team on high-speed interfaces and power integrity layout optimizationWork with power supply design engineers and vendors to bring up power delivery network and characterize the electrical performanceDevelop and execute test plans to validate system level and component level signal and power integrity, including interconnect channel measurement, SerDes validation/equalization optimization, DDR shmoo validation, noise droop measurement, etc.What You'll BringDegree in a relevant field, or equivalent experienceRelevant product design and validation experienceSolid understanding of system and package level SI and PI, electromagnetic theoryPrior design and SI/PI modeling experience with high-speed serial interfaces, memory interfaces, and power integrity analysisFamiliar with lab equipment, such as oscilloscope, VNA, BERT scope, etc.Experience with lab correlation and validation of simulation resultsFamiliar with power supply circuit design and validation is a plusStrong hands-on skills in data analysis, debugging and lab measurementScripting in MATLAB or Python is a plusSerDes/DDR IO circuit design and validation is a plusCompensation and BenefitsBenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation$120,000 - $318,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.