Fresco Microchip

Toronto, Ontario

You will model and validate DSP algorithms, filters and architectures embedded within our TV tuner/demodulation semiconductor products.

Key Accountability Areas
- Develop and integrate DSP behavioural models that meet the design specification, are maintainable and delivered on schedule.

- Prompt adjustment of on-chip algorithms and filters to satisfy customer requests for specific performance objectives.

Typical Activities
- Implement bit-accurate models of DSP designs.

- Develop and debug behavioural models for simulations.

- Prepare technical reports and descriptions of test configurations.

- Document test plans and create test regression vectors to ensure adequate performance.

- Execute test plans and provide detailed analysis and summaries to other team members.

- Work with lab equipment and Fresco silicon to characterize performance.

- Debug system configurations and generate technical reports to help resolve customer field problems.

- Create tools to measure, analyze and automate performance metrics.

- Collaborate with DSP team members and other departments to ensure that tests are setup and executed properly.

Requirements
- Technical background in the area of communications and filter design.

- Proficient at programming in C/C++, Matlab and Perl.

- Experience with lab equipment is an asset.

- Innovative and clear thinker.

- Good communication skills.

- Self motivated.

- Effective team collaborator.

- Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Please note that all applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We would like to thank all applicants but can only respond to those whom we plan to interview.