Hardware & Silicon Validation Senior Staff Engineer

TL;DR

Hardware & Silicon Validation Senior Staff Engineer (ASIC/SoC): Leading system bring-up, validation, and debug activities for high-speed data center platforms with an accent on PCIe, CXL, and PAM4 SERDES technologies. Focus on performing complex root-cause analysis, developing firmware in C, and automating validation flows to ensure the quality and performance of next-generation silicon.

Location: Must be based in Santa Clara, CA

Salary: $127,630–$191,200 per annum

Company

hirify.global is a leading semiconductor company providing essential data infrastructure solutions across enterprise, cloud, and AI architectures.

What you will do

• Lead system bring-up, validation, and debug for platforms utilizing PCIe and CXL interfaces.
• Perform detailed root-cause analysis to resolve complex hardware, firmware, and protocol-level issues.
• Develop and maintain C firmware for system initialization, feature enablement, and debug.
• Utilize PCIe exercisers, analyzers, jammers, and lab equipment like oscilloscopes for signal integrity analysis.
• Write and maintain Python automation scripts to streamline silicon testing and lab workflows.
• Collaborate with architecture, design, and product engineering teams to ensure seamless integration.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. law.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5–15 years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong understanding of PCIe and CXL protocol, architecture, and electrical standards.
• Hands-on experience with system bring-up, validation, and debug.
• Proficiency in C firmware development and Python scripting.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including financial well-being and family support.
• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Robust mental health resources and physical health support.
• Recognition and service awards program.
• Commitment to professional growth and leadership development.