Automated Functional Validation Engineer (Temporary position)

Intel Corporation; Región Centro; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Guadalajara, Mexico, seeks an Automated Functional Validation Engineer (contract) to optimize validation processes and build automation tools for hardware SoC validation. You will develop end-to-end validation infrastructure and automate execution to improve efficiency and reliability.

Requires 3+ years in validation automation, strong Python skills, and an advanced English level. This is a 1–2 year contract with on-site work in Mexico.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS.
• 3+ years hands-on experience in validation automation, scripting, and debugging.
• Proficiency in Python for automation script development.
• Advanced English level.
• Must have permanent right to work in Mexico (no visa sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• Develop, enable, and optimize functional validation testing tools and methodologies.
• Write automation scripts to execute validation content and streamline testing processes.
• Collect, store, and visualize data in centralized locations to enhance decision-making.
• Define and enhance automation tools to assess hardware health under various conditions.
• Participate in debugging efforts to identify root causes of platform HW, firmware, and silicon issues.
• Collaborate across validation teams to improve lifecycle efficiency.
• Develop and deploy CI/CD solutions for system testing with the latest software stack.
• Deliver optimizations for high-value items through automation and tool development.

Skills

Problem solving

Advanced English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Master's or PhD in a related field

Tools

Python

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Join Intel's dynamic engineering organization focused on delivering world-class semiconductor solutions. Our group works collaboratively across architecture, design, verification, and manufacturing teams to drive advancements in validation processes and tools. By leveraging automation and innovative methodologies, we support Intel's commitment to delivering high-quality and reliable products that empower global technology trends.

As an Automated Functional Validation Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing validation processes and ensuring the functional integrity of Intel's cutting-edge hardware SoC. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include developing, enabling, and continuously improving validation tools and automation methodologies. By creating end-to-end validation infrastructure and automating execution, you'll drive efficiency and enhance the quality of validation. Your contributions will directly impact the reliability and performance of semiconductor solutions essential to Intel's innovation. Please note that this is a temporary position with an expected duration of 1 year, and potentially up to 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enable, and optimize functional validation testing tools and methodologies.
• Write automation scripts to execute validation content and streamline testing processes.
• Collect, store, and visualize data in centralized locations to enhance decision-making.
• Define and enhance automation tools to assess hardware health under various conditions.
• Participate in debugging efforts to identify root causes of platform HW, firmware, and silicon issues.
• Collaborate across validation teams to improve lifecycle efficiency.
• Develop and deploy CI/CD solutions for system testing with the latest software stack.
• Deliver optimizations for high-value items through automation and tool development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a related field with 2+ years of experience.
• Experience deploying CI/CD solutions in a testing environment.
• Expertise in post-silicon validation and debugging techniques.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or BS degree in a relevant field (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in validation automation, scripting, and debugging processes.
• Proficiency in Python for automation script development.
• Familiarity with system architecture and SoC microarchitecture.
• Strong skills in root cause analysis and hardware validation.
• Advanced English level.
• Must have unrestricted - permanent right to work in Mexico (this position is not eligible for employment-based visa/immigration sponsorship).

Job Type

Intel Contract Employee

Shift

Shift 1 (Mexico)

Primary Location

Mexico, Guadalajara

Additional Locations

None specified.

Job Posting Details

Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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