Principal Engineer - Validation
Core
Define and own end-to-end silicon validation strategy for automotive and HPC SoCs, ensuring first-time-right silicon and zero customer escapes.
Role type
Principal Engineer, Validation
Builds
Production-grade automotive and HPC SoCs
Domain
Semiconductor validation (Automotive SoC, HPC)
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Silicon validation strategy, System-level use-case testing, Robustness validation, Automation frameworks (Python/C++), Cross-functional execution, Executive communication, Risk identification, Validation signoff criteria, Shift-left validation, Escape prevention, Lab infrastructure modernization, AI for validation efficiency
Preferred skills
ISO 26262 / ASIL-D, Emulation/FPGA shift-left validation, Mixed-signal and digital silicon validation, Institutionalizing best practices, Culture change, Automotive OEM/Tier-1 engagement
