Senior Staff System Validation Engineer (Hardware/Silicon Validation)

TL;DR

Senior Staff System Validation Engineer (PCIe/Ethernet): Developing silicon validation plans and conducting post-silicon system bring-up, functional validation, and performance studies with an accent on PCIe and Ethernet technologies and test automation. Focus on identifying root causes, resolving issues, and delivering comprehensive validation reports for next-generation high-speed connectivity solutions.

Location: This position requires working **onsite** in **Santa Clara, CA**. Additionally, access to technology and/or software is subject to **U.S. export control laws and regulations**, meaning applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law.

Salary: $127,630 – $191,200 per annum

Company

hirify.global designs and develops semiconductor solutions that are essential building blocks for data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, AI, and carrier architectures.

What you will do

• Develop silicon validation plans based on product design specifications and industry standards.
• Conduct post-silicon system bring-up, function validations, interop, and performance studies.
• Implement test automation scripts for DUT and various test equipment including traffic generators and protocol analyzers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and resolve issues found during post-silicon validation.
• Deliver comprehensive, customer-friendly validation reports detailing test setup, procedures, and results.
• Support and resolve customer-reported issues related to product performance and integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering and/or Electrical Engineering with 5-10 years, or Master’s degree with 3-5 years of related professional experience.
• Good understanding of **PCIe specification** in physical, data link, and transaction layers.
• Strong working experience with **PCIe Gen6 system-level silicon bring-up and validation**, including protocol compliance.
• Must have strong **C/C++ and Python** programming skills.
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills and be willing to work in a multi-tasking, fast-paced team environment.
• **Applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable U.S. law.**

Nice to have

• Experience with PCIe re-timer validation.
• Working experience with Linux and Windows OS and cross-platform compatibility.
• Knowledge of Electrical engineering, Ethernet protocol, and DSP.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits supporting financial well-being, family support, mental and physical health, and recognition.
• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Family support programs to help balance work and home life.
• Robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being.
• Recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones.
• Commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity for all applicants.

Hiring process

• Interviews are designed to evaluate your individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time.
• Candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (such as transcription apps or real-time answer generators) during interviews.
• Use of AI tools without prior instruction from the interviewer will result in disqualification from the hiring process.