Credo is seeking an Optical Applications Engineering Intern to join their Optical Application Engineering team in San Jose, CA. The role involves testing and debugging next-generation SERDES technology and contributing to post-silicon validation and lab testing.
About the Role
As an Optical Applications Engineering Intern, you will work closely with experienced engineers to support day-to-day activities, develop scripting for automating tests, and assist in the validation and launch of pre-production silicon devices. You will also support SDK development and testing, ensuring the quality and performance of Optical DSP chips.
About You
Required:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Solid understanding of Signal Processing, Digital Logic, computer systems, PLL, high-speed interfaces and modulation techniques (PCIE, PAM4, NRZ).
Familiarity with lab instrumentation (e.g., oscilloscopes, power supplies, spectrum analyzers, multimeters).
Proficiency in Python.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred:
Experience with common analog circuit blocks (bias, bandgap, voltage regulators).
Excellent problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
Strong teamwork orientation and collaborative approach.
Knowledge of communication protocols I2C, USB, MDIO, SPI.
Experience with Excel and PowerPoint to organize large amounts of data.
Benefits
Hourly pay of $22.
Opportunity to work on meaningful projects and gain hands-on experience in the semiconductor industry.
Credo
Credo’s mission is to advance high-speed connectivity solutions that deliver optimized performance, reliability, energy efficiency, and security for the next generation of AI-driven applications, cloud computing, and hyperscale networks.
Company Size: 501-1000 employeesComputer Networking Products