Algorithm Engineer (ECC) - Austin, TX

Location: Austin, TX (On-site, 5 days/week) Employment Type: Full-time Salary: USD 150,000 – 200,000 per year + Equity (4-year vesting) Relocation Assistance: Available (case-by-case) Visa Sponsorship: H1-B sponsorship available

About the Role
We’re looking for a Senior Algorithm Engineer specializing in Error Correction Codes (ECC) to join an advanced R&D team developing next-generation coherent optical transceivers for Data Center Interconnects (DCI) at 800Gbps and 1600Gbps.
You’ll play a key role in designing, simulating, and optimizing ECC algorithms while collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Systems, VLSI, Design Verification, and Firmware.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Simulate ECC Architectures – Define performance requirements and drive specifications for digital and firmware designers.
• Develop & Integrate ECC Algorithms – Build and simulate ECC models and integrate them with MODEM simulations.
• Cross-functional Collaboration – Partner with designers to ensure efficient implementation and participate in bring-up, validation, and optimization activities.
• Hands-on Development – Translate high-level MATLAB models into hardware-friendly architectures.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience developing ECC algorithms with a proven track record.
• Expertise in MATLAB and C for fixed-point design and programming.
• Deep understanding of system constraints and hardware implementation (MATLAB-to-RTL flow).
• Lab experience with debugging and tuning algorithms.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in optical communications is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with coherent DSP architectures or high-speed optical networking is a plus.

Additional Details

• Office Location: Austin, TX
• Interview Process: 3 rounds, typically completed within 2 weeks.
• Equity: Offered with a 4-year vesting schedule.
• Relocation Expenses: Considered on a case-by-case basis.