Graphics IP Validation Engineer

Mindlance; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in York Region, Markham is seeking a Graphics System Silicon Validation Design Engineer. The role requires strong technical expertise in SOC architecture, GPU hardware, and graphics rendering. Responsibilities include driving the validation and debug processes for graphics IP, collaborating closely with design and software teams, and leading cross-functional discussions. Competitive benefits package and a culture focused on technical innovation are offered.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Award-winning culture

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of SOC architecture and concepts.
• Experience with graphics engines and rendering software pipelines.
• Strong understanding of BIOS, OS, and driver-level interactions.

Responsibilities

• Drive the planning, validation, and debug of graphics IP systems.
• Collaborate with teams to define testing and debug methodologies.
• Lead technical discussions to identify and resolve issues.

Skills

FPGA debugging

GPU hardware architecture

Graphics rendering pipeline

Python

C/C++

Ruby

Problem-solving

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

Common lab equipment

Computer hardware

Networks

Job description

Graphics System Silicon Validation Design Engineer

• FPGA and other hardware emulation platforms for pre-silicon debug
• Knowledge of GPU hardware architecture
• Knowledge of graphics rendering pipeline
• Familiarity with power management and power states
• Strong programming/scripting skills (eg. Python, C/C++, Ruby)
• Systems design development throughout entire product lifecycle, from pre-silicon and emulation through post-silicon and software integration
• Hardware architecture and expertise in systems design
• Isolation and debug of issues found in Graphics IP during pre-silicon, bring-up, validation, and production phases

THE ROLE:

Client is looking for a lead systems integration engineer to provide thought leadership and subject matter expertise to our growing team. As a key contributor, you will have a strong technical background to contribute to all aspects of the post-silicon development process. We have competitive benefit packages and an award-winning culture. Join us!

The S3 Business Unit IP Systems Engineering team is seeking an energetic, dynamic, experienced IP Systems Engineer to join our growing team. We work with customers to develop new products, previously including game consoles. As an IP Systems Engineer, you will drive the planning, pre-silicon execution, validation, silicon bring-up and debug of processor and graphics based systems while working closely with internal teams to meet product development milestones.

As a key contributor to the success of IP, you will be part of a leading team that drives and enhances abilities to deliver industry leading technologies to our customers. The Systems Engineering team encourages technical innovation to showcase successes, provides opportunities to develop technical knowledge, and facilitates career development.

This role specifically focuses on driving the planning, validation, silicon bring-up and debug of graphics IP and related systems.

THE PERSON:

You are a highly motivated hands‑on leader with a strong development background, problem solving mentality, excellent communication skills, ability to prioritize tasks along with willingness to learn and adapt. Excellent teamwork skills and capability to lead a highly technical team is crucial.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in systems design development throughout entire product lifecycle, from pre-silicon and emulation through post-silicon and software integration
• Collaborate with Design, Software, Tools and other teams to drive the definition of testing and debug methodologies to provide the best possible coverage and customer experience for the IP
• Work with Program Leadership team to define the end to end plan and highlight possible risk areas and address concerns during planning
• Isolation and debug of issues found in Graphics IP during pre-silicon, bring-up, validation, and production phases of S3 products
• Able to proactively support team culture that fosters knowledge sharing, excellence, and collaboration
• Defining and executing validation strategies, enablement of features and unit test plans
• Publishing and aligning test plan requirements and dependencies
• Working closely with supporting teams such as design, diagnostics, driver, and project leadership
• Lead cross-functional technical discussions to drive root cause identification and resolution on technical issues
• Driving and participating in technical innovations to enhance validation capabilities including tool and script developments, technical and methodology enhancements

REQUIREMENTS:

• In-depth knowledge of SOC architecture and concepts
• In-depth knowledge of Graphics hardware pipeline
• Experience with graphics engines and rendering software pipelines
• Strong understanding of BIOS, OS, and driver-level interactions and common failure points
• Good understanding of Boot Flows/Sequences
• Strong programming/scripting skills (eg. Python, C/C++, Ruby)
• Experience with IP/System level bring-up, SOC debug techniques and methodologies
• Experience with common lab equipment, computer hardware, and networks
• Led process improvement initiatives to improve engineering quality
• Strong technical leadership and mentoring skills
• Knowledge of standard power management features and use‑cases

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 2‑4 years of relevant experience in pre and post-silicon validation and 2‑4 years experience in semiconductor industry
• Personal passion for computer gaming and driving game performance goals
• Demonstrated ability to grasp new technical concepts quickly
• Experience with IP/System level bring-up, SOC debug techniques and methodologies
• Strong understanding of BIOS, OS, and driver-level interactions and common failure points
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills and pronounced attention to details
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter, strong collaborator, and able to independently drive tasks to completion
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple issues at the same time

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field strongly preferred

Assets:

• Strong understanding of BIOS, OS, and driver-level interactions and common failure points
• In-depth knowledge of SOC architecture and concepts
• Experience with common lab equipment, computer hardware, and networks
• Experience in pre-silicon emulation and debug
• Led process improvement initiatives to improve engineering quality
• Strong technical leadership and mentoring skills
• Knowledge of Graphics IP power management features

Education:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering, or related degrees

EEO:

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.