Amphenol · 1 week ago
Signal Integrity Engineer - SSIO
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expAmphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) is seeking a Signal Integrity Engineer who's passionate about high-speed design, simulation, and measurement. In this role, you'll collaborate across engineering, R&D, and product development to drive innovation and ensure SSIO products meet high standards of signal integrity and performance.
Manufacturing
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
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
Amphenol is one of the largest manufacturers on the planet you’ve never heard of.
10001+ employees
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Current Stage
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Zachary Raley
President/SVP/Advisor to CEO
Craig Lampo
Sr VP and Chief Financial Officer
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