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Ciena

Principal SI/PI Design Engineer

new providence, NJ

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About this opportunity

Ciena lists this Principal SI/PI Design Engineer opportunity in new providence, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

How You Will Contribute

Own and drive advanced package selection, new product BGA configuration and package structure

Responsible for package/SIP layout, optimization, design verification and tapeout

Interface and coordinate with cross-functional groups throughout Ciena on new product package selection, feasibility analysis and design

Work cross-functionally, understand trade-offs, constraints, and optimizing silicon floor plan, bump and package pin out

Simulate and optimize signal/power integrity and RF performance of the package design

Interface and work with CMs and vendors for the sourcing existing designs and future product development

Must Haves

BS in Electrical Engineering or Physics

5+ years hands on experience with IC package design

Assets

Substrate design experience for RF, digital, high speed and mixed signal die

Thorough understanding of signal and power integrity fundamentals

Proficient in Advanced Package Designer (APD)+SIP and/or Xpedition Package Designer (XPD) tools (Cadence highly preferred)

Fluent in SI/PI and EM simulation tools such as SIWave, HFSS

Experience in package design electrical review, SI/PI analysis

Experience in package design for manufacturing reviews

Familiar with package substrate technologies including 2.5-D IC and 3-D IC interposers

Problem solver with strong engineering fundamentals

Pay Range

The annual salary range for this position is $148,600 - $237,400 USD

Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.

Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.

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Worksite address

new providence, NJ, 07974, US

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