Application Engineer Intern

Description Credo is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Application Engineering Intern to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with experienced validation, design, and firmware engineers to test and debug next-generation SERDES (Serializer/Deserializer) technology. You will contribute to post-silicon validation, lab testing, data analysis, and automation efforts to ensure the quality and performance of our chips meet design specifications.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience with hardware bring-up and python scripting as well as the ability to provide meaningful insight with the data they have taken. More importantly, we are looking for a team player who is eager to learn and easy to communicate with. Hourly

Pay is $22. Why Credo Purpose: We invest in what matters. From meaningful-future shaping projects to competitive compensation, we empower you to grow your career while making a lasting impact.

People: Connection starts within. We collaborate, celebrate wins, and create an environment where everyone can do their best work. Possibilities: Our belief shapes what’s next.

Our technology powers the most reliable and energy-efficient connections around the world – and our team powers new products and markets that come next.

Requirements Basic

Qualifications Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Strong knowledge in scripting (e.g. python, C, Matlab) for automation of validation. efforts.

Experience with system level S/W setup is a plus.

Experience with Lab testing and lab equipment.

Experience with communication protocols like I2C, I3C, SPI etc. Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing and Digital Communications. Strong communication, partnership and problem-solving skills.  Proven track record of delivering under difficult debug and validation scenarios. Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications Able to think outside of the box and come up with creative solutions for system validation.

Experience with silicon bring-up and debug. Knowledgeable about and experienced with common high-speed SerDes protocols (e.g., Ethernet, PCIe, USB, DDR, etc.). Knowledge in system bring-up of high-speed serial links.

Knowledge of SerDes design and architecture including CDR and equalization. Knowledge of Tx/Rx equalization techniques and adaptation. Knowledge of ADC based links and equalization techniques.