Senior Post Silicon Validation Engineer

Job Title: Post-Silicon Validation Engineer Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically strong Post-Silicon Validation Engineer to join our hardware engineering team. This role involves validating and debugging complex SoCs or mixed-signal ICs after silicon manufacturing. You will work closely with design, verification, DFT, and test teams to ensure product performance, functionality, and compliance with specifications through lab-based testing and analysis. Responsibilities: Develop and execute post-silicon validation plans for analog, digital, and mixed-signal IPs and SoCs. Design and automate test setups for functionality, performance, and stress testing. Use lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc.) for signal integrity, timing, and power measurements. Debug silicon issues by analyzing waveforms, logs, and failure patterns, and provide root cause analysis. Collaborate with design and verification teams to drive bug resolution and silicon fixes (ECOs). Write Python/MATLAB/LabVIEW-based automation scripts to improve validation efficiency. Document test cases, procedures, results, and validation reports for internal and customer use. Perform silicon characterization across process, voltage, and temperature (PVT) corners. Support bring-up and system integration activities involving FPGA platforms or evaluation boards. Participate in customer debug and yield improvement efforts when required. Support pre-tapeout activities such as validation readiness reviews, DFT strategy, and board planning. Education and Experience Required: Bachelors or Masters degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering, or equivalent. 36 years of hands-on experience in post-silicon validation, RF testing, or mixed-signal test development. Prior exposure to ASIC/SoC design validation, board bring-up, or silicon characterization is highly desirable. Qualifications: Strong understanding of digital/analog/mixed-signal circuit behavior. Proficient in using lab equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, VNAs, AWGs, signal generators, spectrum analyzers). Proficient in scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, TCL, or C for lab automation. Familiarity with communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, MIPI, etc.). Knowledge of RTL design (Verilog/VHDL) and FPGA prototyping/debug is a plus. Analytical and structured problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Good communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional, multi-site teams. Must-Have Skills: Solid understanding of analog/mixed-signal IPs: RFIC, ADC, DAC, PLL, Oscillators, Voltage Regulators, Temperature Sensors. Post-silicon validation and debugging experience on real silicon or evaluation boards. Experience with PVT testing, statistical analysis, and corner case validation. Proficiency in lab instruments: Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Network Analyzer, Signal Generator, Power Supply, DMM. Strong automation skills using Python, MATLAB, or equivalent. Solid knowledge of SoC/ASIC architecture, clocks, resets, and power domains. Hands-on experience with bench-level testing, PCB schematics, and soldering/debugging. Exposure to signal processing, RF, or high-speed serial interfaces is a strong advantage. Good grasp of semiconductor fundamentals, signal integrity, power analysis, and board-level validation. .