Director - Silicon Validation
Core
Define and execute post-silicon validation strategy, bring-up, characterization, and debug for ultra-low-power SoCs and edge AI products.
Role type
Director, Silicon Validation Engineering
Builds
Scalable validation infrastructure, automation frameworks, and global engineering teams for edge AI chips
Domain
Semiconductor / Ultra-low-power SoCs / Edge AI
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Post-silicon validation, silicon bring-up, mixed-signal SoC validation, validation automation, lab instrumentation, statistical characterization, cross-functional leadership, ARM core architectures, power management optimization, wireless SoC support (Bluetooth LE, Matter, Thread, Wi-Fi), Python/TCL/C++ scripting
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Python, TCL, C/C++, ARM cores, Bluetooth LE, Matter, Thread, Wi-Fi
Responsibilities
Lead validation organization across multiple product families; Define validation strategy and best practices; Drive post-silicon bring-up and debug; Build and mentor global validation teams; Partner with architecture, design, and firmware teams; Establish scalable automation infrastructure; Manage project priorities and technical risk; Provide technical leadership for customer issue resolution
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise
