We are seeking a talented and motivated ASIC Test and Characterisation Engineer to join a cutting-edge technology company revolutionising high-performance computing (HPC) and cloud computing. This role is pivotal in advancing ultra-low-power, high-bandwidth interconnect technologies with applications across industries such as camera sensors, autonomous vehicles, and aerospace. The company operates in both the UK and the US.

Key Responsibilities:

* Bring up, debug, and characterise ASIC ICs on evaluation platforms.

* Develop and execute test plans and establish infrastructure for ASIC bring-up and characterisation.

* Provide input on evaluation PCBA designs to support comprehensive ASIC performance verification.

* Select test equipment and communication tools required for ASIC verification and characterisation.

* Collaborate with software developers to define and refine test software for ASIC debugging and characterisation.

* Analyse test results, diagnose issues, and refine test setups and procedures to enhance measurement accuracy and isolate functional or performance issues.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant work experience.

* Proficiency in standard communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, MDIO, and Ethernet.

* Strong knowledge of analogue communication circuits.

* Experience with RF design and testing using tools such as oscilloscopes, digital communication analysers, VNAs, optical power meters, and power supplies is highly desirable.

* Strong skills in lab automation scripting with Python are essential.

* Experience working with and programming microcontrollers and/or FPGAs is advantageous.

* A flexible, fast learner who thrives in a dynamic start-up environment.

* Familiarity with the physics of semiconductor devices (emitters and photodetectors) is an advantage.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to breakthrough technologies shaping the future of high-speed, energy-efficient computing and communications