Tekle Tafari
About Tekle Tafari
Tekle Tafari is a seasoned Manager of Product Engineering at Synaptics, with extensive experience in product engineering and silicon characterization. He has worked in various engineering roles since 1995, including significant positions at NXP Semiconductors and ST-NXP Wireless.
Current Role at Synaptics
Tekle Tafari serves as the Manager of Product Engineering at Synaptics, a position he has held since 2014. In this role, he oversees various aspects of product development and engineering, focusing on optimizing product performance and ensuring quality standards are met. His extensive experience in the field contributes to the company's innovative solutions in the semiconductor industry.
Experience at NXP Semiconductors
Tekle Tafari has been with NXP Semiconductors since 2000, where he currently holds the title of Senior Product Engineer. His tenure spans over 24 years, during which he has developed expertise in silicon bring-up and characterization. He has worked on advanced packages and passive integration, utilizing tools such as dataPOWER classic and VSF Spotfire for product analysis and cost reduction.
Previous Engineering Roles
Prior to his current roles, Tekle Tafari worked at ST-NXP Wireless for 11 months as an engineer in 2008. He also held a position at VLSI Technology as a Senior Process Development Engineer in 1995 for 11 months. These experiences have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of product engineering and development processes.
Educational Background
Tekle Tafari studied at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where he earned a degree in Electrical Engineering. His education spanned from 1988 to 1992, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles that he has applied throughout his career.
Specializations and Expertise
Tekle Tafari specializes in fault isolation and failure analysis within product engineering. His focus on silicon bring-up and characterization, particularly in advanced packages and passive integration, highlights his technical proficiency and commitment to enhancing product quality and performance.