Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Proven experience in hardware validation, lab testing, and PCB-level debugging
Strong understanding of power and signal integrity principles
Familiarity with PCI-E, I2C, and relevant hardware interfaces
Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
Hands-on debugging experience and root cause analysis skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in scripting languages
Responsibilities
Validate functionality of PCBs against design specifications
Collect and analyze lab data on power delivery and signal integrity
Collaborate on post-silicon validation and conduct performance characterization
Evaluate PCI-E performance and ensure reliable operation
Identify bugs and lead root cause analysis to resolution
Design and execute experiments to optimize hardware performance
Validate power sequencing and conduct power efficiency analysis
Benefits
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% premium paid for employees
Housing subsidy of $2,000/month for proximal residents
Daily lunch and dinner provided in the office
Relocation support for new team members moving to West San Jose
Full Job Description
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and motivated Hardware Validation Engineer to validate system hardware and printed circuit board (PCB) functionality and ensure robust power and signal margins across all interfaces. In this role, you will collect and analyze lab data to validate hardware performance, support post-silicon characterization, and ensure reliable operation across multiple subsystems, including PCIe and I2C.
Key Responsibilities
Perform system hardware and PCB functional verification to ensure all features meet design specifications, including validation of power and signal integrity margins
Collect and analyze lab data to verify power delivery, signal integrity, and overall system robustness
Support post-silicon validation by identifying key performance metrics and conducting PVT, power, and thermal characterization
Evaluate PCIe performance, including signal integrity, eye opening measurements (EOM), and bit error rate (BER), to ensure adequate operating margins
Identify hardware issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive issues to resolution in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Design and execute DOE experiments to debug hardware issues and optimize system performance
Validate power sequencing, microcontroller functionality, and conduct power efficiency, noise, and transient analysis
Perform detailed characterization of I2C bus systems to ensure compliance with design requirements
Track and document PCB issues and validation results, ensuring clear communication with relevant stakeholders
Collaborate closely with design, firmware, and system engineering teams to ensure end-to-end hardware quality
You may be a good fit if you have
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Proven experience with hardware validation, lab testing, and PCB-level debugging
Strong understanding of power integrity and signal integrity principles and measurement techniques
Familiarity with PCIe, I2C, and other common hardware interfaces and protocols
Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power supplies
Hands-on experience debugging hardware issues and performing root cause analysis
Knowledge of power sequencing and microcontroller-based systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with scripting languages such as Python or Matlab
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision packages with generous premium coverage
$500 per month credit for waiving medical benefits
Housing subsidy of $2,500 per month for those living within walking distance of the office
Relocation support for those moving to San Jose (Santana Row)
Various wellness benefits covering fitness, mental health, and more
Daily lunch and dinner in our office
Unlimited compute budget subject to ROI justification
