Mixed-Signal C/C++ Modelling Coop

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The Opportunity:

3-4 month work term: January – April 2026

How You Will Contribute

Join our DSP/Analog ASIC team as a Co-op Student and contribute to the development of high-speed mixed-signal integrated circuits. You’ll help build and verify behavioral C/C++ models of circuit blocks used for hardware verification, calibration/test algorithm design, and firmware prototyping.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain C/C++ behavioral models for various mixed-signal circuits (e.g., ADCs, DACs, PLLs, SERDES) in a Linux development environment.

• Collaborate with design engineers to understand circuit specifications and translate them into accurate and efficient C/C++ models.

• Implement and execute verification testbenches for model validation against design specifications and circuit simulations.

• Analyze simulation results, debug model discrepancies, and provide feedback to the design team.

• Document model specifications, verification plans, and results.

• Participate in team meetings and contribute to technical discussions.

The Must Haves

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong understanding of C/C++ programming languages and object-oriented design principles.

• Familiarity with mixed-signal circuit concepts (e.g., analog-to-digital conversion, digital-to-analog conversion, clocking mechanisms) and digital/analog circuit design principles.

• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Matlab, Python) is an asset.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Pay Range

The hourly pay range for this position is $25.00 - $34.00

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