Silicon Validation Engineer

Silicon Validation Engineer

We're looking for a Silicon Validation Engineer at an exciting RISC-V start-up!

The Silicon Validation Engineer holds the responsibility for bringing up and validating the SOC subsystems within the SOC design. This role demands an extensive comprehension of cutting-edge SOC design across diverse domains, encompassing physical design, logic, performance, and software. Positions are available in pivotal components of the design, including DDR/HBM, PCIe, CPU, and data accelerator.

Responsibilities:

Leading an engineering team tasked with devising, executing, and overseeing subsystem silicon bring-up plans, encompassing both functional and performance tests, to ensure the silicon product meets specified requirements.

Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including design, architecture, firmware, and software, to facilitate seamless subsystem integration and validation.

Engaging with vendors and partners to facilitate successful subsystem bring-up and validation, which involves reviewing and offering feedback on vendor documentation and coordinating with vendor support teams.

Identifying and resolving issues encountered during subsystem bring-up and validation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement necessary corrective actions.

Championing the continuous enhancement of subsystem bring-up and validation processes and methodologies, incorporating automation, tool development, and thorough documentation.

Requirements:

Comprehensive understanding of the architecture, microarchitecture, and software interface of the subsystem.

Proficiency in C/C++ and Python at an experienced level.

Relevant expertise in verification methodologies, Verilog simulation, waveform viewers, and emulation.

Hands-on experience in silicon debugging for logic, software, and physical issues.

Strong aptitude for issue triaging and the development of environments and tools.

Exceptional problem-solving abilities, coupled with outstanding written and verbal communication skills, excellent organizational capabilities, and a high level of self-motivation.

Capability to collaborate effectively within a team and deliver results under aggressive timelines.

PhD, Master’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree with over 5 years of experience in the relevant technical field.