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Amphenol Communications Solutions · 2 weeks ago

Signal Integrity Engineer - SSIO

Santa Clara, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$140K/yr - $160K/yr

5+ years exp

Amphenol Communications Solutions is a leader in interconnect solutions for various markets. They are seeking a Signal Integrity Engineer to research and develop high-speed interconnect technologies, ensuring products meet the highest standards of signal integrity and performance.

HardwareManufacturing

Responsibilities

Research and develop new high-speed interconnect technologies within the SSIO product family by staying on top of emerging trends, patents, and competitive solutions

Predict and define performance limits for new connector technologies and influence next-generation data center and server I/O standards

Use tools such as CST Studio Suite, ANSYS HFSS, and other 2D/3D solvers to model high-speed connectors and cable structures for SSIO applications

Design and analyze high-speed PCB test fixtures and interconnect systems aligned with standards like PCIe®, SFF, and SAS/SATA

Execute full SI analysis from modeling to lab validation using VNAs, TDRs, oscilloscopes, and bit-error-rate testers (BERTs)

Perform link-level simulations to support SSIO product design and interpret results to guide electrical and mechanical improvements

Document findings and recommendations in clear, professional technical reports and presentations

Work side-by-side with design and product engineers to refine SSIO concepts for both mechanical and electrical optimization

Provide technical guidance to global teams and customers on performance, testing, and modeling

Support sales and marketing with technical collateral, data models, and presentations for SSIO product launches

Deliver accurate S-parameter models and encrypted simulation data to key servers and storage OEM customers

Conduct SI analysis in response to customer requests and troubleshooting needs for SSIO solutions

Represent Amphenol in industry standards committees (e.g., PCI-SIG) to influence and align with next-generation storage and server I/O specifications

Qualification

Signal integrity simulationHigh-speed serial standardsTransmission line theoryLab test equipmentStorage system designCommunication skillsCollaborative mindsetProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Physics, or related field with 5+ years of current industry experience; or

Master's degree in electrical engineering, Physics, or related field with 2+ years of current industry experience

Expertise in signal integrity simulation and analysis (CST, HFSS, ADS, or equivalent)

Experience with high-speed serial standards (PCIe, SAS/SATA, SFF, etc.)

Strong understanding of transmission line theory, differential signaling, and electromagnetic behavior

Hands-on experience with lab test equipment (VNA, TDR, BERT)

Strong communication and presentation skills — able to translate complex data into clear conclusions

Collaborative mindset with a passion for innovation and problem-solving

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global engineering environment that embodies Amphenol's entrepreneurial culture

Preferred

Familiarity with storage, server, and interconnect system design is highly preferred

Company

Amphenol Communications Solutions

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets.

Founded in 2000

Berlin, Berlin, DEU

10001+ employees