Post Silicon Validation Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Perform post-silicon validation, debugging, and verification of SoC/processor/platform features.
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and validation methodologies for new silicon.
• Work closely with hardware, firmware, and design teams to identify, root cause, and resolve issues.
• Write and optimize Embedded C code for test development, automation, and board bring-up.
• Conduct board-level testing, interface testing (I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, USB, etc. ), and validation of system peripherals.
• Use Linux-based tools, drivers, and command-line utilities for validation and debugging.
• Perform log analysis, use oscilloscopes/logic analyzers, and identify silicon bugs.
• Document validation reports, test results, and provide feedback to cross-functional teams.
• Communicate findings clearly in verbal and written form to engineering teams and leadership.

Requirements:

• Strong hands-on experience in Post-Silicon Validation.
• Excellent programming in Embedded C.
• Good working knowledge of Linux OS, shell commands, and debugging tools.
• Familiarity with SoC architecture, microcontrollers, and processors.
• Experience in handling lab equipment, oscilloscope, DMM, logic analyser, and protocol analyser.
• Understanding of interfaces like I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, PCIe, USB, Ethernet.
• Knowledge of firmware development and bootloaders is a plus.
• Python/automation scripting (optional but beneficial).
• B. E. /B. Tech/M. Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Soft Skills:

• Strong oral and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in cross-functional teams.
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented and proactive.

Skills

Embedded C, Post-Silicon Validation, SoC, System-on-Chip