System Validation Engineer (Various Levels)
Core
Lead post-silicon bring-up and system validation for high-performance PCIe and CXL memory expansion products used in AI and cloud data centers.
Role type
Senior IC system validation engineer (silicon bring-up & test automation)
Builds
AI fabric switch products and connectivity solutions for hyperscalers and cloud data centers
Domain
Semiconductor hardware, high-speed interconnects (PCIe, CXL), AI infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
silicon and system bring-up, high-speed protocol validation (PCIe, CXL, NVMe, Ethernet), test automation (Python), root-cause analysis, x86/ARM boot sequences, lab equipment operation (protocol/logic analyzers)
Preferred skills
C/C++ for embedded firmware, PCIe compliance standards, advanced memory architecture knowledge, cross-functional team influence
Technologies
Python, PCIe, CXL, NVMe, Ethernet, x86, ARM, UEFI, Linux, protocol analyzers, logic analyzers
Responsibilities
Create comprehensive validation plans for AI fabric switch products covering functionality, performance, reliability, and interoperability; Lead silicon and platform bring-up activities, verify boot and runtime behavior on x86 and ARM systems; Develop robust, repeatable automation for IC and board testing with emphasis on execution efficiency and data analysis; Collaborate directly with customers to capture system requirements, reproduce scenarios, and demonstrate product capabilities; Drive cross-functional root-cause analysis with silicon, firmware, hardware, and system teams; Produce clear, data-driven validation reports and status updates for internal stakeholders and customers
Seniority
Mid to Senior, hands-on IC
