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Characterization Engineer

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At Kandou, we are redefining the economics of AI infrastructure. Our mission is to democratise AI by significantly reducing the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of hardware systems — a critical barrier to scalable adoption.

Our proprietary MIMO-over-copper technology powers a high-performance, chiplet-based AI memory fabric that is both scalable and energy-efficient. Unlike traditional interconnects, our solution reduces power consumption significantly while preserving high bandwidth and ultra-low latency — unlocking unprecedented efficiency for AI training and inference at scale.

Kandou’s architecture is not just an incremental improvement — it’s a foundational shift in how AI hardware is built for the future.

We are actively seeking a Characterization Engineer for our lab in Switzerland (Lausanne)

Responsibility

  • Lead end-to-end characterization of high-speed SerDes operating at symbol rates above 20 Gbaud

  • Perform jitter, eye-diagram, BER, and margin measurements across PVT

  • Characterize full transmitter and receiver electrical parameters

  • Perform S-parameter, TDR and insertion loss measurements

  • Collaborate with IP architects, digital and analog design teams

  • Documentation of test results and procedures

  • Write and architect test scripts for automation in Python

Required Experience

  • Proven experience characterizing silicon devices over PVT.

  • Proven experience using lab equipment, such as: high-speed oscilloscopes, VNAs, and Spectrum Analyzers.

  • Experience defining test plans and test procedures

  • Experience with Python, or other object-oriented programming for test automation, data analysis and report generation

  • Experience with PAM modulation or multi-tonal modulation schemes is a plus

  • Experience in SerDes characterization is a plus

  • At least 5 years of relevant work experience

Required Competencies

  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility

  • Good communicator and team player, with experience working in cross-functional teams

  • Strong interest in characterizing high-speed analog circuits

  • Solid understanding or ability to learn SI concepts, modulation schemes, TX and RX fundamentals

  • Experience with Python or other object-oriented languages

  • Experience using high-speed oscilloscopes, VNAs, and Spectrum Analyzers

  • Ability to multitask in a high energy environment

  • Schematic entry or PCB design is a plus

Required Education

  • Bachelor´s or Master´s degree in EE, CE, or equivalent work experience

Profiles submitted by third-party recruitment agencies will not be taken into consideration.

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