Functional Testing Engineer

TETRAMEM INC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

TetraMem is hiring an embedded software engineer in San Jose to design, develop, and test firmware and drivers for advanced in-memory computing hardware. The role involves working closely with hardware and design teams to ensure robust embedded system functionality and performance benchmarks.

The candidate should have strong C/C++ skills, Python and MATLAB experience, and familiarity with SPI/I2C/UART, DMA, and interrupts. A degree in electrical or computer engineering is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EE/CE or related field.
• Strong embedded C/C++ programming skills.
• Python and MATLAB for test automation and analysis.
• Familiarity with SPI/I2C/UART, GPIO, DMA/interrupt handling.
• Experience with microcontrollers (MCU) or FPGA.
• Experience with defect tracking tools (JIRA/Bugzilla).

Responsibilities

• Test and silicon debug, including writing testing code and platform setup.
• Develop and maintain embedded software (drivers and application code).
• Define test scenarios for functional testing of firmware and hardware interfaces.
• Contribute to test methodology and hardware testing workflows.
• Analyze signal integrity, power, and other design issues.
• Record results and log defects in tracking systems.
• Reproduce and isolate issues in embedded systems and document fixes.
• Collaborate with hardware and design teams to verify features.
• Assist with product demo setup and showroom benchmarks.
• Hardware development on circuit boards, systems, and user interfaces.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python scripting

MATLAB familiarity

SPI/I2C/UART

DMA handling

Unit testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Git

JIRA

Bugzilla

Job description

At TetraMem, we are redefining the future of AI with our groundbreaking innovations in In-Memory Computing. Leveraging world-record multi-level RRAM technology, we deliver highly efficient solutions for AI computations, enabling superior performance and energy efficiency across applications ranging from edge devices to data centers. Our talented team of engineers and industry-leading executives drives this progress, making TetraMem a leader in advanced memory technologies.

If you are passionate about cutting-edge technology and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, TetraMem is the place for you. Join our global team to shape the future of AI computations and sustainable technology solutions while working at the forefront of innovation. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

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• Testing and silicon debug, including writing the necessary testing code, testing platform setup, and silicon screening and debugging
• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software, including drivers and application code, to support device functionality and performance benchmarks.
• Identify and document test scenarios and conditions for the functional testing of embedded software, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of both firmware and hardware interfaces.
• Contribute to testing methodology and setup including probe card, packaged chip, and PCB testing
• Analysis of signal integrity, noise, power, and other design issues
• Record and document results, compare them with expected outcomes, and log defects in the defect tracking system
• Reproduce and isolate issues within embedded systems, providing detailed documentation for troubleshooting and resolution
• Work closely with the hardware and design teams to verify embedded system features and to help debug issues at the firmware and driver levels
• Help with product demo setup and running different demo benchmark/showroom projects as needed
• Hardware development on circuit board, system and user interface

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Strong background in embedded programming with proficiency in C/C++ for driver and firmware development
• Solid programming skills in Python and familiarity with MATLAB for test automation and analysis
• Understanding of basic I/O protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, GPIO) and experience with DMA and interrupt handling in embedded systems
• Working knowledge of microcontrollers (Arduino, Raspberry Pi) and/or FPGA (Xilinx or Intel)
• Working knowledge of testing instruments such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeter, function generator
• Basic knowledge of electronic circuits and semiconductor technology
• Ability to work in a startup environment and to work both independently and as a team player
• Familiarity with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla)
• Proficiency in version control (Git, BitBucket)

Experience in one or more of the following areas is considered a strong plus:

• Working knowledge of in-memory computing and non-volatile memory
• Experience with RISC-V CPUs and related embedded architectures
• Working knowledge of machine learning and neural networks
• Working knowledge of data converter systems (DAC, ADC)
• Working knowledge of analog circuits (OpAmps, bandgap, temperature sensors)