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PHY/SERDES Lead

Volantis Semiconductor, Inc.Hybrid Remote/SF Bay Area/Austin/Boston🇺🇸United StatesPosted 28 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

As the PHY/SERDES Lead at Volantis Semiconductor, you will drive the development of innovative optical PHY layers, offering significant impact and growth opportunities in a remote setting. This role is perfect for experienced engineers with a strong background in SERDES macro tapeouts and a deep understanding of PHY architecture, who are eager to shape cutting-edge technology. Apply now to lead critical projects and advance your career in a dynamic semiconductor environment.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Remote
Location
Hybrid Remote/SF Bay Area/Austin/Boston, United States
Posted
7 weeks ago

Job Description

What We’re Looking For:

 

We’re looking for a PHY/SERDES Lead to own and lead the development of our semi-custom optical PHY layer. 

 

Ideal Background:

 

  • Multiple successful tapeouts of SERDES or PHY macros (not necessarily only chiplet interfaces, SERDES also counts here)
  • Deep understanding of tradeoffs between XSR/VSR/LR class SERDES and different operating regimes and challenges
  • Understanding and ownership of end to end link definition and architecture
  • Experience with bringup of PHYs
  • Understanding of the integration of PHYs into the system level




Strongly Preferred:

 

  • Deep knowledge of and hands-on with chiplet interfaces like UCIe or BoW 
  • Deep knowledge and hands-on execution of optical interconnect PHY layers
  • Knowledge of re-driven and re-timed PHY interfaces
  • Experience with customization of PHYs

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