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With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists have developed a high performance RISC-V CPU from scratch, and share a passion for AI and a deep desire to build the best AI platform possible. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to solving hard problems. We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities.\nWe are looking for a Post-Silicon Validation Engineer to drive bring-up, validation, and debug of RISC-V-based SoCs. This role sits at the intersection of silicon, firmware, and system software, and requires hands-on lab experience and understanding of SoC architectures.\nYou will own post-silicon validation from first-silicon bring-up through production readiness, working closely with design, pre-silicon verification, firmware, and software teams.\nThis role is hybrid, based out of Austin TX, or Santa Clara CA. \nWe welcome candidates at various experience levels for this role. During the interview process, candidates will be assessed for the appropriate level, and offers will align with that level, which may differ from the one in this posting.\nWho You Are\nYou are a seasoned post-silicon engineer with 5+ years of experience in SoC bring-up, validation, and silicon debug.\nYou have a strong grasp of CPU and SoC architectures, including RISC-V privilege modes, caches, coherency, and memory systems.\nYou are comfortable debugging complex hardware/software interaction issues using lab tools and low-level software.\nYou thrive in cross-functional environments and enjoy working closely with RTL, firmware, and software teams to solve hard problems.\nWhat We Need\nLead first-silicon bring-up of RISC-V CPU-based SoCs and execute post-silicon validation plans.\nDebug silicon issues across CPU cores, interconnects, memory subsystems, peripherals, and high-speed interfaces.\nDevelop and debug bare-metal tests, boot flows, and collaborate on Linux bring-up and driver validation.\nProvide actionable feedback, support ECO validation, and drive fixes for future silicon revisions.\nWhat You Will Learn\nDeep hands-on exposure to cutting-edge RISC-V SoCs, AI accelerators, and high-performance compute platforms.\nEnd-to-end ownership across the silicon lifecycle-from first silicon to stable production.\nAdvanced silicon debug techniques spanning hardware, firmware, and operating systems.\nOpportunities to influence architecture, validation strategy, and future silicon direction in a highly visible role.\nCompensation for all engineers at Tenstorrent ranges from $100k - $500k including base and variable compensation targets. Experience, skills, education, background and location all impact the actual offer made.\nTenstorrent offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits, and we are an equal opportunity employer.\nThis offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant being eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology. Due to U.S. export laws, including those codified in the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Company is required to ensure compliance with these laws when transferring technology to nationals of certain countries (such as EAR Country Groups D:1, E1, and E2). 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