A fast-growing Series-D semiconductor startup is seeking a Senior Algorithm Engineer with strong expertise in Error Correction Codes (ECC) for high-speed optical communication systems (800G/1600G). This role is part of an advanced R&D team developing next-gen coherent optical transceivers for cloud and AI infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Design and simulate ECC architectures and algorithms
Integrate ECC modules with modem simulations
Work with digital, firmware, and system teams on implementation
Support bring-up, debugging, and lab validation of algorithms
Requirements
5+ years of experience in ECC algorithm development
Strong skills in MATLAB and C (fixed-point design)
Solid understanding of system/hardware constraints (MATLAB to RTL)
Hands-on lab experience in algorithm tuning and debugging