Hardware Electrical Validation Engineer

Astera Labs is a global leader in purpose-built connectivity solutions that unlock the full potential of AI and cloud infrastructure. Our Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates PCIe®, CXL®, and Ethernet semiconductor-based solutions and the COSMOS software suite of system management and optimization tools to deliver a software-defined architecture that is both scalable and customizable. Inspired by trusted relationships with hyperscalers and the data center ecosystem, we are an innovation leader delivering products that are flexible and interoperable. Discover how we are transforming modern data-driven applications at www.asteralabs.com. 

As an Electrical Validation Engineer at Astera Labs, you will join a dedicated Hardware Engineering team responsible for developing boards that incorporate Astera Labs' range of connectivity products. These products are utilized by leading cloud service providers, server manufacturers, and network OEMs. Your primary responsibility will involve collaborating closely with EE and ASIC designers to develop and implement electrical validation plans for internal and external Astera Labs products. You will also support manufacturing activities and contribute to other company initiatives. The ideal candidate for this role should possess industry experience, think innovatively, and demonstrate expertise in their field. Furthermore, they should exhibit a "do what it takes" attitude, being willing to assist and contribute wherever necessary to solve problems effectively.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute electrical validation plans, jointly with EE
• Define testing methodologies
• Debug complex multi-point failures in circuits, and investigate and propose solutions
• Specify test equipment, develop test fixtures, help improve hardware lab functions
• Perform component rework
• Support various design and manufacturing initiatives

Required Experience

• Strong technical background in electrical engineering and circuit analysis and debug. Bachelor degree in EE and 3 years of experience in test or design.
• Strong understanding of electronic circuits and test approach
• Ability to produce test description from the schematic design and execute + document results
• Working knowledge of schematics + layout tools (able to read designs)
• Experience with working on complex electronics products
• Experience with lab equipment (scopes, VNA, TDR, e-loads, environmental chambers)
• Scripting automation tasks with lab equipment
• Entrepreneurial, open-minded behavior and can-do attitude. Think and act with the customer in mind!

Preferred Experience

• Experience with measurements of high speed interfaces (PCIe, DDR, 25/50G/100G serdes)
• Experience with EMI/EMC compliance
• PLM experience with Arena or equivalent
• Technical writing skills - manufacturing instruction/rework/deviation documents, bug reports, ECOs, etc.
• Experience with ASIC/silicon development process
• Experience working with CMs (off-shore a plus)

The base salary range is $105,000 - $160,000. 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.