Simulator Validation Engineer

Job Description

5 to 10 years of experience Experience using virtual prototyping tools such as Synopsys Virtualizer, Synopsys VDK ,Cadence Protium, or similar. Experience in testing and validating embedded systems functionality using virtual prototypes. Strong communication skills to work collaboratively with software teams and share functional validation insights. Familiarity with basic test case development and execution for hardware/software integration. Experience in debugging and troubleshooting hardware systems in a virtualized environment. Strong understanding of embedded systems, firmware development, and system-on-chip (SoC) architecture. Proficiency in programming languages such as C or Python for testing and automation. Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. Areas of Responsibility : Use Synopsys Virtualizer or similar virtual prototyping tools to test and validate the basic functionality of hardware designs. Collaborate with the software team to share functional validation results, enabling them to align software development with hardware features. Provide valuable feedback and insights to software teams to guide the development of firmware and drivers. Develop and execute basic test cases to ensure the functional integrity of the virtual prototype. Perform system-level simulations and debugging using virtual prototypes, ensuring accurate and early-stage verification. Create reports documenting test results, issues found, and potential areas for optimization. Assist in integrating software with the virtual prototype for more advanced testing and validation as needed. Support software engineers by providing necessary hardware context for system integration and debugging.