Senior Staff Validation Engineer

TL;DR

Senior Staff Validation Engineer: Validating next-generation mixed-signal processing, battery charging, and power management ICs with an accent on performance and efficiency. Focus on FPGA emulation, silicon validation, and automation frameworks to ensure high standards and industry-leading power efficiency.

Location: Austin, Texas. Must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Company

hirify.global is propelled by top engineers in mixed-signal processing, solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands.

What you will do

• Develop validation plans for IP and chip-level test cases based on datasheets and collaboration with design and systems engineers.
• Design FPGA emulation and silicon validation boards, and review layouts before fabrication.
• Build automation frameworks and scripts (Python, C, etc.) to streamline validation and regression testing.
• Execute pre- and post-silicon tests on lab benches to verify functionality and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Analyze test results using tools like Spotfire or JMP and assist in debugging ATE test issues.

Requirements

• BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering with 10+ years of experience, or MS with 7+ years.
• Experience in FPGA-based emulation, pre/post-silicon validation, and mixed-signal IP design/validation.
• Proficiency with automation and scripting (Python, C, or similar).
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, analyzers).
• Strong knowledge of analog/digital design, power electronics, and mixed-signal building blocks (ADCs, DACs, PLLs, amplifiers, LDOs, SMPSs).
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and excellent problem-solving abilities.

Nice to have

• Experience with automation frameworks and hardware tools (FPGA, DSP, NI Data Acquisition).
• Familiarity with industry interface standards (I2C, SPI, USB, I2S, TDM).
• High-power validation experience with SMPS testing.
• PCB design and layout expertise with signal integrity and thermal considerations.
• Strong grasp of mixed-signal test theory (Nyquist theorem, oversampling, aliasing).

Culture & Benefits

• Award-winning culture built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness.
• Meaningful community engagement.
• Delivering enjoyable employee experiences.