Senior Staff Engineer, Validation

Semtech; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious and collaborative engineering team in Bristol is seeking a High-Speed Validation Engineer to validate next-generation semiconductor devices. In this hands-on role, you will contribute to the development of advanced technologies that enhance global connectivity. With a focus on high-speed digital and optical technologies, you will engage in product design meetings, develop validation solutions, and utilize your lab-based testing skills to evaluate cutting-edge designs. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and empowers your professional growth in a dynamic R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Strong lab-based testing skills in high-speed digital and optical technologies.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills in a dynamic R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Validate next-generation semiconductor devices and refine test methods.
• Collaborate with engineers and create validation reports for high-speed components.

Skills

Lab-based testing skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-study and learning

Education

BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering or Electronics

HNC / HND with 6 years relevant work experience

Tools

Python

Labview

Altium PCB tools

Job description

Location: Bristol UK.

Our Team:

Join an ambitious and collaborative engineering team at the cutting edge of global data communications. Based in Bristol, we work closely with a world-renowned design group to develop advanced semiconductor solutions that power the digital infrastructure of tomorrow. Our culture is open, inclusive, and driven by innovation. Here, your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your work has a real-world impact.

Job Summary:

This is a hands-on, high-impact role for an engineer with strong lab-based testing skills and a passion for high-speed digital and optical technologies.

As a High-Speed Validation Engineer, you’ll be validating next-generation semiconductor devices that are shaping the future of global connectivity. From refining test methods to evaluating cutting-edge designs, you’ll be an integral part of a team that’s pushing the boundaries of performance and innovation.

This is your chance to grow, contribute, and help shape the technologies of tomorrow.

Responsibilities:

1. Participate in new product design meetings and drive test feature development as required for the successful evaluation of new products.
2. Assist in designing the validation solution development for new products (software/hardware/documentation).
3. Identification of bench-top test equipment for the validation of new products.
4. Generation of test equipment automation software using Python or Labview.
5. Collaborate with designers, product, test and applications engineers.
6. Participate in validation review meetings.
7. Creation of validation reports.
8. Testing of high speed optical components, IC’s or modules.
9. Taking high speed measurements in a lab environment on products operating at data rates of 10Gbit/s and above.
10. Utilising existing knowledge of high speed signal integrity for schematic entry/layout using Altium PCB tools.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. BSc/MSc in EE/ECE or HNC / HND with 6 years relevant work experience.
2. Able to work under pressure in a highly paced, dynamic R&D environment.
3. Excellent team-player who positively interacts and shares knowledge.
4. Good interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Capable of self-study/training/learning.
6. Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. Innovative and creative with attention to detail.

Career Growth Philosophy:

At Semtech, we believe that innovation starts with people. That’s why we’re committed to empowering your professional development—through access to mentorship, learning resources, and a collaborative, idea-rich environment. Our pay-for-performance culture rewards initiative, encourages growth, and celebrates meaningful contributions. Join us, and be part of a team that’s building the future of connectivity—together.