Job Req ID: 30642Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated Optical Module Layout Engineer to join our Optical Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the physical design, PCB layout of high-speed optical transceiver modules used in AI, Cloud, Data Center, and High-Performance Computing (HPC) applications. This role requires close collaboration with electrical, mechanical, optical, manufacturing, and supplier engineering teams to develop next-generation 800G and 1.6T optical modules.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Develop PCB layouts for high-speed optical transceiver products including QSFP, QSFP-DD, OSFP, and future optical module form factors.
- Perform component placement optimization considering signal integrity, power integrity, thermal performance, manufacturability, and reliability requirements.
- Collaborate with electrical and signal integrity engineers to implement high-speed differential routing for channels operating at 112G, and 224G PAM4.
- Work closely with optical, mechanical, and packaging engineers to ensure successful integration of lasers, photodiodes, DSPs, TIAs, drivers, and optical engines.
- Create and maintain layout guidelines, stack-up definitions, design rules, and best practices.
- Conduct signal integrity and power integrity reviews utilizing simulation tools and design analysis methodologies.
- Support DFM (Design for Manufacturability), DFA (Design for Assembly), and DFT (Design for Test) activities.
- Participate in prototype bring-up, debugging, qualification, and root-cause analysis.
- Interface with PCB fabricators, assembly vendors, and component suppliers to resolve design and manufacturing issues.
- Support NPI (New Product Introduction) and product lifecycle management activities.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
Qualifications:Education- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics, Optics, or related technical discipline.
- Master's degree preferred.
Experience- 5+ years of PCB layout experience in optical transceiver products.
- Experience with optical module design including QSFP28, QSFP-DD, OSFP, CFP, or coherent optical modules.
- Proven experience designing multilayer PCBs with high-speed serial interfaces.
Technical Skills- Expert knowledge of PCB layout tools such as:
- Cadence Allegro
- Altium Designer
- Mentor Xpedition
- Strong understanding of:
- Signal Integrity (SI)
- Power Integrity (PI)
- Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
- High-speed digital design
- Experience routing:
- PCIe Gen4/Gen5/Gen6
- Ethernet 100G/200G/400G/800G
- PAM4 SerDes technologies
- Understanding of:
- Optical subassemblies
- DSP architectures
- Laser drivers
- TIAs
- Optical packaging technologies
- Power Modules
- Familiarity with:
- Mechanical integration constraints
- Manufacturing processes
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with 400G, 800G, and 1.6T optical transceiver technologies.
- Experience supporting AI/ML infrastructure or hyperscale data center products.
- Knowledge of co-packaged optics (CPO) and linear pluggable optics (LPO).
- Experience working with contract manufacturers and module assembly suppliers.
Salary Range$138,000 - $160,000
The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.
