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# Staff Systems Engineer

- **Company:** MaxLinear, Inc.
- **Location:** Carlsbad, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $134,000 - $175,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Data Centers, Software Debugging, Ethernet, MATLAB, PCI Express, Serial Communications, Signal Processing, Signal Integrity, Computer Network Operations, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Generative AI
- **Published:** November 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/staff-systems-engineer-carlsbad-ca--6ed47ac1-6826-4483-bd80-949927688425

## About the Role

Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Network Operations Center, ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit), Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Product Support, Test Plan/Schedule, Product Development, Cross-Functional, * Proven experience with high-speed serial interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, SerDes) used in data center and AI systems

 * Expertise in DSP re-timer architectures and signal processing techniques
 * Strong background in signal integrity analysis, PCB design, and simulation tools (ADS, Cadence, Matlab)
 * Hands-on experience with test and measurement, and debug of high-speed links
 * Excellent problem-solving and technical communication skills
 * BS in Electrical Engineering or related + 5 years of experience, or MS + 3 years of experience, or Ph.D., The actual starting base salary will be determined by the match to certain role-related criteria such as educational degree(s) or equivalent, relevant work experience, skillset needed for the role, and geographic location; this is not an all-inclusive list as some roles may require unique skills or experience.

## Description

MaxLinear is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer to focus on Optical Modules, AECs, and Data Center Applications and the following:

 * Manage the validation and analysis of ASICs used in Optical Modules, AECs, and Data Center Applications, including infrastructure supporting Generative Artificial Intelligence workloads
 * Test automation development and emulation test development supporting product development from concept through production and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust and reliable designs
 * Collaborate with design, systems, and hardware teams to validate designs in pre-silicon and silicon phases for high-performance data center and AI applications
 * Lead technical activities for characterization and validation of high-speed serial interface and re-timer designs
 * Develop reference boards and test platforms for evaluation and customer support in cloud-scale environments
 * Support debugging and optimization of high-speed links in lab and field environments