Sr. Silicon Validation Engineer, DVT Silicon Dev

Job Description

Project Kuiper is seeking a Post-Silicon Verification Engineer to join their silicon engineering team working on validating complex SoC designs and wireless modem subsystems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years in post-silicon validation or hardware verification.
• Strong understanding of digital design, SoC architecture, and wireless modem (LTE/5G) principles.
• Experience with bring-up, validation, and debug of ASICs in a lab setting.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Perl, TCL) and low-level programming (C/C++).
• Solid understanding of lab tools and equipment.
• Familiarity with protocols and interfaces (e.g., AMBA, USB, MIPI, DDR).

Responsibilities

• Perform post-silicon validation and bring-up of complex ASICs and wireless modem components.
• Develop and execute test plans to verify modem functionality (PHY/MAC), power, performance, and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with design, RTL verification, firmware, and systems teams to root-cause and resolve silicon issues.
• Design and implement automated test setups, Python/Perl/C-based test scripts, and data collection/analysis tools.
• Validate interfaces such as DDR, PCIe, USB, MIPI, Ethernet, and wireless standards (e.g., LTE, NR).
• Work with lab instruments (e.g., logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, RF test equipment) for silicon debug and characterization.
• Drive post-silicon verification closure, contribute to silicon revisions, and support manufacturing test development.
• Document validation results, create debug reports, and assist in cross-functional reviews.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)