Characterization Engineer

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

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