Silicon Validation Engineer 2
Our client, a leading technology organization specializing in silicon chip development and validation, is seeking a Silicon Validation Engineer 2 to join their team. As a Silicon Validation Engineer 2, you will be part of the Hardware Engineering and R&D department supporting silicon chip development for Azure cloud services and AI workloads. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and collaborative spirit, which will align successfully in the organization.
Location: Redmond, WA
Pay Range: $59.35 to $63.94 per hour
What's the Job?
- Develop C and C++ based test content, low-level drivers, and custom firmware at the subsystem and SoC levels.
- Support the development and maintenance of FPGA prototyping platforms, including creating board images and custom RTL designs.
- Debug FPGA and post-silicon issues using tools such as JTAG debuggers, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and multimeters.
- Drive post-silicon bring-up and validation in the lab, ensuring timely completion of validation suites on silicon chips.
- Collaborate across architecture, design, firmware, and validation teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware issues.
What's Needed?
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 5-7 years of relevant experience in silicon validation, FPGA/emulation platform bring-up, and hardware debugging.
- Hands-on experience with SoC verification, embedded software development, and industry-standard protocols such as JTAG, SPI, I2C/I3C, and USB.
- Proficiency in C, C++, Python scripting, and SystemVerilog-based verification environments.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge silicon hardware supporting Azure cloud and AI workloads.
- Engagement in highly technical, hands-on validation activities in a collaborative environment.
- Access to advanced tools and platforms for hardware debugging and validation.
- Potential for contract extension based on project needs and performance.
- Work onsite in Redmond, WA, with a dynamic team of industry experts.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay