Hiring: Silicon Validation Engineer Company: Semtech Location: San Diego, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:48:01 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : C, C++, Embedded Systems, FPGA, Firmware, Git, GitHub, MATLAB, Python, SystemVerilog, VHDL, Verilog About the job Experience: •5+ years of work experience in hardware and software validation of semiconductors, electronic components, or similar Required Skills: •Validate pre-silicon and post-silicon hardware and software/firmware developed by the design team to achieve target specifications. •Define, debug and operate FPGA prototyping platforms for pre-silicon emulation and validations. •Lead silicon validation test plan for IC designs, develop lab hardware and evaluation setup, drive bring-up and debug, run and analyze measurements. •Develop tests that exercise the features of the design under test. Write scripts and instrument drivers to automate the validation. Leverage AI-assisted development tools and workflows for lab measurement automation, data analysis, and prototyping. •Execute analog and mixed-signal performance characterization across corner conditions. Correlate measured with design expected results. •Design and develop fixtures and other components to support validation. •Analyze findings, debug hardware and software/firmware, and report to the design team. •Author test plans, characterization reports, and documentation for reviews. Qualifications: •B.S. or M.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering •Strong analytical, synthesis and problem-solving skills •Applied hands-on capability in lab instruments - logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, supplies, multimeters - and the associated measurement methods •Proficiency in C/C++, scripting languages (Python), SW development, embedded systems •Exposure to development boards, processors, microcontrollers, and FPGAs (e.g. AMD Vivado, etc.) •Independent, self-motivated, rigorous, team player and able to follow through •Excellent verbal and written communication skills •Willing and able to work onsite in San Diego, California •Knowledge of RTL (SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHDL), FPGA tools, or Matlab •Operational familiarity with analog/mixed-signal circuit concepts and testing techniques Compensation: •$94,000 - $134,000 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!