ISP Silicon Validation Engineer

Google; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading technology company as a Silicon Validation Engineer, contributing to innovative silicon solutions for Google's products. In this role, you will develop and execute tests for Image Signal Processor blocks, ensuring top-notch performance and integration. Your expertise will shape the future of hardware experiences, making technology more powerful and efficient.

Benefits

Equity options

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years of silicon validation experience required.
• Experience with software development tools preferred.
• Familiarity with hardware accelerators for camera systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute software tests for ISP used in Google Tensor.
• Support production software teams in development and debug collaborations.
• Read hardware specifications and develop test cases.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Bash

Computer Architecture

Software Debug Tools

Hardware Debug Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

JTAG

TRACE32

FPGA

Job description

Minimum qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

+ 3 years of silicon validation experience.

+ Experience with computer architecture practices.

+ Experience programming in C/C++, Python, or Bash.

Preferred qualifications:

+ Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture.

+ Experience with software development tools such as version control, compilers, or build tools.

+ Experience with software debug tools and hardware debug tools (JTAG/TRACE32).

+ Experience with emulation platforms, FPGAs or silicon bring up.

+ Experience with Android, Embedded Linux, or Little Kernel.

+ Familiarity with hardware accelerators for camera or multimedia systems.

Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

As a member of the Image Signal Processor (ISP) Silicon Validation team, you will develop and execute software tests for the ISP used in Google Tensor. The ISP is a crucial element of the magic of the Pixel camera experience. This role will involve developing tests that execute in a variety of environments ranging from bare metal to embedded Linux, on a variety of platforms ranging from FPGA emulation to post-silicon hardware. In addition, you will support users of this hardware through collaboration with teams outside of the silicon group. This includes supporting production software teams in development and debug collaborations.

Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team combines the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create radically helpful experiences. We research, design, and develop new technologies and hardware to make computing faster, seamless, and more powerful. We aim to make people's lives better through technology.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $132,000-$189,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google (https://careers.google.com/benefits/) .

+ Develop, and execute software tests to validate ISP blocks and integration.

+ Read hardware specifications, identify and develop test cases to run on FPGA emulation and silicon.

+ Development of software test methodologies/techniques.

+ Support volume production through screening and characterization tests.

+ Support power measurements, correlation, and debug.

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