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Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more atwww.silabs.com.\nThe Role\nIn this role, you will develop Python-based automation solutions and perform RF and wireless validation for Silicon Labs' next-generation wireless SoCs and MCUs. You will work across WLAN, Bluetooth, BLE, and Zigbee technologies, ensuring product performance, reliability, and compliance with specifications.\nThis is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining Python automation, RF testing, hardware debugging, and silicon validation, with exposure to the complete product lifecycle, from FPGA-based pre-silicon validation to post-silicon characterization and production readiness.\nMeet the Team\nOur Validation Engineering team plays a critical role in ensuring Silicon Labs' wireless products meet their performance and functional specifications.\nThe team works closely with Design, RF, Firmware, and Product Engineering teams to validate wireless MCUs and SoCs across RF, baseband, analog, digital, and peripheral subsystems.\nWe are responsible for developing automated validation solutions, characterizing silicon performance, debugging hardware and RF issues, and generating data-driven insights that contribute to product datasheets and successful product releases.\nYou will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to validate wireless technologies, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, BLE, Zigbee, Z-Wave, and proprietary wireless protocols.\nResponsibilities\nAs an Senior Engineer - Design Validation, you will:\nDevelop, maintain, and enhance Python-based automation frameworks for RF and wireless product validation.\nPerform RF validation, characterization, and regulatory testing for WLAN, Bluetooth, BLE, and Zigbee products.\nExecute pre-silicon validation using FPGA platforms and post-silicon validation at IC, module, and board levels.\nDevelop automated test scripts for RF performance, functional validation, and temperature-based characterization.\nDebug RF performance, modulation, and wireless connectivity issues in collaboration with Design and Firmware teams.\nPerform board-level bring-up, hardware debugging, and system-level validation.\nInterface with hardware using UART, SPI, I2C, JTAG, SWD, and J-Link.\nWork with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, signal analyzers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.\nAnalyze validation data, develop Power BI dashboards and reports, and support product characterization and datasheet generation.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes, resolve silicon issues, and improve product performance and reliability.\nSkills You'll Need\n4-6 years of hands-on experience in Python automation, hardware validation, RF testing, or wireless product validation.\nStrong programming skills in Python, including automation scripting, debugging, and test-framework development.\nExperience with PyTest or similar Python-based test automation frameworks.\nWorking knowledge of wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi/WLAN, Bluetooth, BLE, or Zigbee.\nExperience with hardware communication interfaces, including UART, SPI, I2C, JTAG, and SWD.\nStrong understanding of electronics, embedded systems, and hardware-software integration.\nExperience in test execution, debugging, data analysis, and validation reporting.\nFamiliarity with Git or similar version-control tools.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.\nPreferred Qualifications\nHands-on experience with RF test equipment, including signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and oscilloscopes.\nExperience with FPGA-based pre-silicon validation and post-silicon bring-up.\nExposure to RF PCB boards, wireless MCUs, and SoC validation.\nExperience with Power BI, Python data-analysis libraries, or similar reporting tools.\nKnowledge of RF characterization, modulation testing, regulatory compliance, and wireless performance measurements.\nExperience in temperature-based validation and automated hardware test setups.\nEducation\nB.E./B.Tech. or M.E./M.Tech. in Electronics & Communication Engineering or a related discipline.\n\" Experience with artificial intelligence (AI) powered tools and technologies used to enhance productivity, analysis, and decision-making\"\nBenefits & Perks :\nNot only will you be joining a highly skilled and tight-knit team where every engineer makes a significant impact on the product; we also strive for good work/life balance and to make our environment welcoming and fun.\nEquity Rewards (RSUs)\nInsurance plans with Outpatient cover\nNational Pension Scheme (NPS)\nFlexible work policy\nChildcare support\nSilicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. 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