Validation Engineer

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Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Validation Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in pre-silicon and post-silicon validation of complex SoCs , with a strong understanding of automotive chip interfaces, protocols, and system-level validation . This role requires a hands-on approach to debugging, validation strategy development, and working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality silicon products. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute validation plans for System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions targeted at automotive applications . Perform pre-silicon verification and post-silicon validation using advanced debugging and validation methodologies. Validate and debug high-speed interfaces (PCIe, USB, Ethernet, DDR, MIPI, LPDDR, USB ,I3C etc.). Collaborate with design, architecture, firmware, and software teams to ensure comprehensive coverage and resolution of validation issues. Automate test cases and validation flows using Python, Perl, or other scripting languages . Work with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, and signal generators to perform high-speed interface validation . Develop functional and stress test cases to assess SoC reliability and performance. Drive root cause analysis and resolution of silicon issues, working closely with design, process, and test teams . Optimize validation methodologies for faster bring-up and improved test coverage . Document and present validation results, debug findings, and test coverage metrics to stakeholders. Required Skills & Qualifications: 6-10 years of experience in SoC validation, functional testing, and debug . Hands-on experience in pre-silicon and post-silicon validation methodologies. Strong knowledge of automotive SoC interfaces and industry standards. Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Perl, or TCL for test automation. Experience with high-speed serial interfaces and debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, etc.). Familiarity with firmware, embedded systems, and driver-level debugging . Good understanding of power management, clocking, and reset architectures in SoCs. Experience working in cross-functional teams and collaborating with hardware and software engineers. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and documentation abilities. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in automotive safety standards (ISO 26262) and functional safety validation. Strong know how for Board layout and schematic design vis-à-vis debugging board level debugging Experience in FPGA/Emulation( haps /Palladium ) -based validation . Knowledge of automotive networking protocols (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, etc.). Experience with Jenkins automation and configuration management plugins Show more Show less