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Sr. Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

SiTime

Rijswijk
Full-time
5-10 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Post-Silicon Validation
Device Validation
Product Characterization
Semiconductor Productization
Project Coordination
Mixed-Signal Circuits
Electronics Lab Instrumentation
MATLAB
Python
C
C++
Object-Oriented Programming
Test Automation
Automated Test Equipment Integration
Statistical Analysis
Failure Analysis

Job Description

About SiTime SiTime is the Precision Timing company. Timing is the heartbeat of all electronics, ensuring performance, resilience and scalability. For decades, quartz devices, non-silicon technology, have kept systems in sync, but they struggle in harsher, more demanding environments. MEMS-based Precision Timing delivers greater accuracy, smaller size and resilience. Today, MEMS timing powers over 400 applications, including high-growth ones in AI datacenters, automated driving, industrial and humanoid robots, wearables and IoT. Our semconductor MEMS programmable solutions offer a rich feature set that enables customers to differentiate their products with higher performance, smaller size, lower power, and better reliability. With more than 4 billion devices shipped, SiTime is changing the timing industry. For more information, visit: www.sitime.com. Job Summary The Sr. Post-Silicon Validation Engineer will lead and contribute to productization of SiTime’s revolutionary timing devices. In this highly visible role, we are looking for passionate, self-starters who can work cross-functionally to ensure system-level performance of our products and help solve the world’s toughest timing problems. It is not necessary to meet all job requirements to be a qualified candidate for the position. Responsibilities Plan and execute device validation and characterization, including preparation of validation, characterization plans and reports. Perform project coordination for validation, characterization and release to production of MEMS-based timing products between different sites in the role of System Engineering Lead, interface with cross-functional teams and vendors. Work with MEMS and circuit design teams to evaluate new silicon and recommend design improvements for enhanced performance. Design and implement test automation to validate, characterize and release-to-production of MEMS-based timing products. Design, develop, and validate PCB test platforms and firmware to enable automated data acquisition & analysis. Perform engineering failure analysis to root cause product issues. Promote and deploy best practices and methodologies to improve efficiency in the validation, characterization and industrialization of high-quality MEMS-based timing products. Mentor junior Engineers in the team. Qualifications & Requirement MS or PhD in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. Exceptional candidates with other backgrounds will be considered. 5+ years of experience in the productization of semiconductor sensor-based devices. Experience leading engineering project teams and creating and executing verification and characterization plans. Fundamental knowledge and understanding of mixed-signal circuits. Hands-on experience with electronics lab instrumentation. Prior experience with metrology systems for evaluating timing parameters is preferred but not required. Strong programming expertise with hands-on experience in MATLAB, Python, C, and/or C++, including proficiency in object-oriented programming. Experience with test automation frameworks and ATE (Automated Test Equipment) integration Strong statistical analysis skills. Desired Characteristics & Attributes High level of self-motivation and drive to make an impact. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced team environment. Compensation Range At SiTime, we believe great work deserves great rewards. We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a quarterly bonus tied to the achievement of innovation goals—reflecting our commitment to recognizing meaningful impact. We also offer equity grants, providing a meaningful opportunity to share in the company’s future growth and success. SiTime is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn More about SiTime: Review the Get to Know SiTime section of our career page to explore our culture, values, and what makes us unique. Innovation on Top – Philosophies of Innovation with Rajesh Vashist Fabrication Knowledge – An Interview with Rajesh Vashist SiTime Corporation – YouTube

Core Responsibilities

Plan and execute validation and characterization of MEMS-based timing products, coordinate cross-site productization and production release, and collaborate with design teams and vendors to improve product performance. Develop automated tests, PCB platforms, and firmware; analyze failures; improve validation practices; and mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

Requires an MS or PhD in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or an exceptional candidate with another background, and at least five years of experience productizing semiconductor sensor-based devices. Candidates should have project leadership and verification-planning experience, mixed-signal and lab-instrumentation knowledge, programming and test-automation expertise, and strong statistical, analytical, and communication skills.

Benefits

  • Quarterly Bonus
  • Equity Grants

About SiTime

Industry: Semiconductor Manufacturing

Company size: 201-500 employees

SiTime Corporation (Nasdaq: SITM), the market leader in silicon MEMS timing, is an analog and semiconductor company that is revolutionizing the timing market. Our broad portfolio of programmable solutions is available with ultra-fast lead times and offer a rich feature set that enables customers to differentiate their products with higher performance, smaller size, lower power, and better reliability.

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