PCIe Validation Engineer

Ampere; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical insurance

Unlimited flextime

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Ampere is seeking a PCIe Validation Engineer in Santa Clara, California. This is an opportunity to validate the functionality of cutting-edge PCIe interfaces on new hardware platforms. You will execute test plans, debug issues, and collaborate with design teams to ensure optimal performance.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of validation experience, a strong knowledge of PCIe protocols, and excellent C programming skills. Ampere offers a robust compensation package including medical benefits, unlimited flextime, and a great work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in post-silicon validation with PCIe interfaces.
• High-level working knowledge of PCIe protocols.
• Strong C programming skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute test plans to validate PCIe functionality.
• Assist in initial platform bring-up and debugging PCIe issues.
• Conduct debug and root cause analysis of PCIe failures.

Skills

Post-silicon validation experience

Knowledge of PCIe protocols (Gen 3/4/5)

C programming

Hardware debugging skills

Experience with Debug Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

PCIe protocol analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Job description

Invent the future with us. Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient AI compute.

Description Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient AI compute. As a pioneer in the new frontier of energy efficient high-performance computing, Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies driving sustainable computing for AI, Cloud, and edge applications. Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and growing team, we’d love to have you apply!

About The Role

As a PCIe Validation Engineer, you will be instrumental in ensuring the quality and functionality of our cutting‑edge PCIe interfaces on new hardware platforms. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will gain hands‑on experience with advanced lab equipment, develop your debugging skills, and contribute directly to the successful bring‑up and validation of our next‑generation silicon. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to deepen their technical skills in a challenging and supportive environment.

What You'll Achieve

• Execute test plans to validate PCIe functionality, performance, and compliance across Gen3/4/5 on new silicon.
• Assist in initial platform bring‑up, debugging PCIe enumeration and link training issues.
• Conduct initial debug and root cause analysis of PCIe failures, escalating complex issues.
• Operate PCIe protocol analyzers, exercisers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers for debug.
• Run and assist in modifying automated test scripts and frameworks to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with design, firmware, and software teams to reproduce, resolve, and document issues.
• Actively learn and develop expertise in advanced PCIe concepts and validation methodologies.

About You

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in post‑silicon validation, with direct exposure to PCIe interfaces.
• High‑level working knowledge of PCIe protocols (preferably Gen 3/4/5).
• Highly talented in C programming.
• Strong hardware debug and bring‑up skills.
• Practical experience setting up hardware in a lab environment.
• Additional skills highly desired: Hands‑on experience with Debug Tools (e.g., oscilloscopes & logic analyzers). Data analytics.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree & 5 years of related experience; or Master’s degree & 3 years; or PhD & 0 years.

Pay And Benefits

At Ampere we believe in taking care of our employees and providing a competitive total rewards package that includes base pay, cash long‑term incentive, and comprehensive benefits. The full base pay range for this role is between $159,000 and $239,000. Our benefits include health, wellness, and financial programs that support employees through every stage of life.

Benefit Highlights Include

• Premium medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, as well as income protection and a 401(k) retirement plan, so that you can feel secure in your health and financial future.
• Unlimited flextime and 10+ paid holidays so that you can embrace a healthy work‑life balance.
• A variety of healthy snacks, energizing espresso, and refreshing drinks to keep you fueled and focused throughout the day.

And there is much more than compensation and benefits. At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers our employees to do more and grow more. We are excited to share more about our career opportunities with you through the interview process.

Ampere is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, veteran and/or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.