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Product Engineer, Silicon Validation

San Jose💼 Full-time🗓 2026-05-06 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead silicon validation, test program development, and productization for large-format AI accelerator chips from first silicon through high-volume manufacturing.

Role type

Senior IC product engineer (silicon validation & ATE)

Builds

Production-ready test programs and methodologies for AI accelerator chips

Domain

Semiconductor hardware / AI infrastructure

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

silicon characterization, ATE test development, yield optimization, statistical analysis, failure analysis, cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

Python/TCL scripting, multi-vendor OSAT management, GPU/AI accelerator testing, NPI to HVM transition

Technologies

JMP, Exensio, DataPower, OptimalPlus, Advantest V93K

Responsibilities

Execute voltage-frequency-temperature characterization and corner testing; architect test flows balancing time, coverage, and yield; drive yield improvement via root cause analysis; manage ATE/SLT manufacturing test program releases; analyze field return data to identify test gaps; correlate ATE systems with test program accuracy; manage relationships with test vendors, OSAT partners, and foundries

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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