Product Engineer - Senior/Principal
Macom
Newport Beach, CA · Posted August 3, 2026
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About the job
Job Title: Product Engineer - Senior/Principal We are looking for a talented product engineer with high-speed IC test background. This role would be responsible for new product development from NPI stage to production. This is an exciting opportunity to learn and work on innovative high-speed products. Job Description: Responsible for the release of new and innovative IC based products to production. Maintain and improve the yields and profitability of existing products. Perform Basic Qualification work based on the Design Criterion. Develop Characterization Plan and Write code to Collect Char Data. Analyze data over Process parameter and present to Team and set Datasheet Specifications and Test Limits. Work with Design and Test Engineers to develop production test plans to verify product performance and guarantee Datasheet. Support testing in lab for new designs and initial samples. Monitor and investigate yield issues arising at any stage in the manufacturing and testing process. Support reliability team in new product qualification and failure analysis. Key Qualifications: B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related coursework. Minimum 3 years' experience in Semiconductor based product engineering/development, RF testing or characterization. Work experience or knowledge in mixed signal to release products into high volume production. Basic understanding and knowledge of hardware debugging skills. Good Programming skills with C++ and/or C#. Experienced with Lab Equipment’s: Function Generator, VNA/PNA, Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer. Knowledge of Basic Statistics. Strong communications skills are essential. Well-practiced organization and planning skills. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. The Salary Range for this position is $84,000 – $167,000 annually. This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance. Our Newport Beach site has free gym access to employees.