Hardware & Silicon Validation Principal Engineer (Silicon)

TL;DR

Hardware & Silicon Validation Principal Engineer (Silicon): Validating next-generation data center ASIC and SoC products with an accent on functional hardware validation and electrical characterization. Focus on bring-up of first silicon, root-causing complex hardware issues using lab equipment, and collaborating with design and firmware teams.

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Salary: $150,680 - $225,700 per annum

Company

hirify.global provides semiconductor solutions that serve as essential building blocks for data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, and AI architectures.

What you will do

• Develop comprehensive validation plans for SoCs, ASICs, or custom IP blocks.
• Execute post-silicon validation, including functional testing, performance characterization, and stress testing.
• Perform first silicon bring-up, including power-on, boot, and subsystem initialization.
• Use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers to identify and root cause hardware issues.
• Collaborate with architecture, design, verification, and software teams to drive fixes and verify solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in EE or Computer Science (10-15 years experience) or Master’s/PhD (5-10 years experience).
• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under U.S. export control laws (EAR).
• Experience validating CPUs, GPUs, DSPs, SoCs, or custom ASICs.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Perl, Shell) for automation.
• Experience with C/C++ for low-level test development.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Comprehensive family support programs.
• Robust mental and physical health resources.
• Recognition and service awards for contributions and milestones.