HW Validation Engineer (Automotive)

TL;DR

HW Validation Engineer (Automotive): Driving pre-silicon and post-silicon validation for SerDes and high-speed interfaces in automotive grade products with an accent on functionality, performance, and reliability. Focus on developing automated test environments using Python and debugging complex mixed-signal ICs to ensure automotive qualification.

Location: Onsite in Austin, San Diego, or San Jose (USA)

Company

World leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications across automotive, industrial, and IoT markets.

What you will do

• Develop and implement detailed validation test plans and methodologies for SerDes and high-speed interfaces.
• Create test cases and automation scripts using Python, utilizing oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Collaborate with design, DV, Analog, and Firmware teams to root-cause and resolve silicon issues.
• Perform bench screening and high-volume ATE functional screening in coordination with Operations.
• Document validation coverage reports and communicate results to stakeholders.

Requirements

• B.S./M.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in silicon validation of high-speed networking SerDes and mixed-signal ICs.
• Knowledge of PCS and PMA networking layers.
• Hands-on experience debugging and characterizing CSI-2 and Ethernet interfaces.
• Expertise in script-based test automation using Python.

Nice to have

• Experience in GUI development for hardware and firmware debug.

Culture & Benefits

• Access to online and offline learning opportunities for professional skill development.
• Inclusive work environment with a commitment to diversity, equality, and sustainability.
• Corporate culture focused on innovation in automotive and IoT sectors.