B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Photonics with 8+ years in test automation or optical systems.
Proficient in Python and/or C++, with experience in SCPI, PyVISA, and Linux.
Hands-on experience with DCAs, VNAs, optical switches, and VOAs.
Knowledge of PAM4, signal integrity, and optical link budgets.
Experience with QSFP-DD and OSFP modules at 400G, 800G, and 1.6T.
Preferred: Experience automating Arista EOS, SONiC, or Cumulus Linux.
Preferred: Familiarity with IEEE 802.3 and OIF specifications.
Responsibilities
Architect and develop lab automation frameworks using Python and C++, integrating instrumentation via SCPI, VISA, and REST APIs.
Automate testing with DCAs and VNAs, developing workflows for margin and sensitivity testing with optical switches and VOAs.
Enable system-level validation across Arista EOS, NVIDIA (Cumulus/SONiC), and Juniper platforms, automating 800G and 1.6T traffic.
Build data pipelines, dashboards, and statistical analysis tools for test results.
Lead distributed lab orchestration, CI/CD integration, and test infrastructure.
Benefits
Discretionary bonus eligibility.
Equity options available.
Comprehensive medical benefits.
Additional unspecified benefits.
Full Job Description
Job description
Credo is seeking a Senior Staff Test Engineer to lead the development of scalable software systems for automated validation of 800G and 1.6T OSFP and QSFP-DD optical modules. You'll architect lab automation frameworks, integrate advanced optical and electrical test equipment, and define the next-generation validation infrastructure that enables rapid deployment of Credo's high-speed data center interconnect products.
Base salary range is $160,000 - $210,000 a year. The base salary offer will depend on factors such as education, experience, training, skills, qualifications, and location. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, equity and a full range of medical and other benefits.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Photonics, with eight or more years of experience in test automation, instrumentation, or optical systems.
Strong proficiency in Python and/or C++, with hands-on experience with SCPI, PyVISA, and Linux.
Hands-on experience with DCAs, VNAs, optical switches, and VOAs.
Working knowledge of PAM4, signal integrity, and optical link budgets.
Experience with QSFP-DD and OSFP modules at 400G, 800G, and 1.6T.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience automating Arista EOS, SONiC, or Cumulus Linux.
Familiarity with IEEE 802.3 and OIF specifications.
Experience with high-volume validation or manufacturing test systems.
Job responsibilities
Architect and develop lab automation frameworks in Python and C++, integrating and controlling instrumentation using SCPI, VISA, and REST APIs.
Automate testing with DCAs (eye, jitter, TDECQ) and VNAs (S-parameters), and develop workflows with optical switches and VOAs for margin and sensitivity testing.
Enable system-level validation across Arista EOS, NVIDIA (Cumulus/SONiC), and Juniper platforms, and automate 800G and 1.6T traffic and breakout modes using traffic generators.
Build data pipelines, dashboards, and statistical analysis tools for test results.
Lead distributed lab orchestration, CI/CD integration, and test infrastructure.
