Signal & Power Integrity System

Job Description

Job Title: Signal and Power Integrity/System Hardware Developer Engineer. Location: Rochester, Minnesota, United States (Hybrid)

This role involves high-speed serial channel analysis, power domain analysis, lab validation, and model-to-hardware correlation to ensure next-generation quantum hardware designs meet performance and quality goals.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct strategic analysis of pre-production hardware designs using electromagnetic modeling tools, scripting, and transient simulation methods.
• Validate and improve hardware performance through pre-production analysis and correlation with lab measurements;
• Perform laboratory verification and characterization on early-stage hardware using tools such as oscilloscopes, VNAs, TDRs, and Phase Noise Analyzers.
• Collaborate with global teams and leadership to refine strategies and meet aggressive product timelines.
• Continuously improve design and development processes, applying Agile best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in signal and power integrity analysis (time-domain and frequency-domain).
• Knowledge of microprocessor and ASIC packaging and hardware development;
• Strong skills in signal and power integrity software (ANSYS, Cadence) and PCB design tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong background in transmission line theory, digital signal processing, RF design, and PCB materials/processes.
• Experience with Python, Skill, Perl, C++, or Matlab;
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

Benefits:

IBM offers a competitive compensation package with an annual salary range of $126,000 – $216,000, along with:

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, and mental health benefits.
• 401(k), stock purchase plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, 120 hours vacation, 56 hours sick time, and 12 weeks parental leave.
• Career growth opportunities with training and industry certifications;
• Inclusive work environment with resource groups, volunteer opportunities, and retail discounts.

Additional Information: No travel required; Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.