Senior E/E & Semiconductor Engineer - Post Silicon Validation Engineer

Capgemini; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Post-Silicon Validation Engineer to join their innovative team in California. This role involves working on cutting-edge technologies, including custom network processors and mixed signal ICs. You will drive the post-silicon validation cycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and develop test plans. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SOC/VLSI and expertise in C/C++ and Python. Join a forward-thinking company that values your well-being and offers comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, financial programs, and paid time off. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the tech industry, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Healthcare including dental and vision

401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance and surrogacy benefits

Subsidized back-up child/elder care

Mentoring and coaching programs

Employee Resource Groups

Disaster Relief

Qualifications

• Strong background in SOC/VLSI/Mixed Signal IC bring-up and testing.
• Ability to debug hardware using lab equipment.
• Experience with test cell integration and production test program release.

Responsibilities

• Drive the post-silicon validation cycle to meet quality metrics.
• Design and develop testability requirements in partnership with teams.
• Craft test hardware and release test programs to production.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Silicon Validation tools

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

BSEE

MSEE

Tools

Advantest 93K

Job description

About the job you’re considering

Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

• BSEE, MSEE (or higher) preferred, in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong background in SOC/VLSI/Mixed Signal IC bring-up, production and characterization test, and product engineering.
• Strong fundamentals in IC design, Design for Test, and manufacturing concepts.
• Low level C, C++, RISV-V assembler, micro coding, Python, and familiarity with either Verilog, VHDL and SystemRDL
• Ability to debug hardware using lab equipment!
• Knowledge of test cell integration and production test program release!
• Proven understanding of the latest DFT and test solutions.
• Ability to thrive in a multifaceted environment
• High level of motivation and energy

We are looking hands on experience with one or more of the following, :

• RISC-V
• Network On Chip IPs
• Memory Controller IPs (DDR5)
• Low power testing
• PCIe and CXL (testing)
• familiarity with FPGAs
• use of Logic Analyzer, scope and in general HW/FW integration and debugging

Your role

• We are looking candidates working with custom network processors, transceivers, mixed signal ICs, multi-die modules, bare die, and stacked die.
• Drive the post-silicon validation cycle to meet Product Quality and Time to Market Metrics. In a multi-function team, you will define and develop test plans for optimized test.
• Design and Develop testability requirements in close partnership with IP and design teams and influence implementation of test features.
• Craft test hardware, bring up test, and release test programs to production.
• Develop test requirements for ground-breaking IP, to minimize test overhead both in design and for production.
• Develop custom test solutions spanning high power, large dies, and packages to cost-sensitive products.
• Expertise with Advantest 93K to drive to lower test costs via optimized test implementation.
• Work closely with OSATs to set up test infrastructure as well as deploy test programs for production."

Your skills and experience

• C/C++
• Python
• Silicon Validation tools
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Always eager to learn and improve.
• Strong interpersonal and writing skills.

Life at Capgemini

Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer:

• Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs
• Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation
• Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring
• Mentoring, coaching and learning programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Disaster Relief

About Capgemini Engineering

World leader in engineering and R&D services, Capgemini Engineering combines its broad industry knowledge and cutting-edge technologies in digital and software to support the convergence of the physical and digital worlds. Coupled with the capabilities of the rest of the Group, it helps clients to accelerate their journey towards Intelligent Industry. Capgemini Engineering has 65,000 engineer and scientist team members in over 30 countries across sectors including Aeronautics, Space, Defense, Naval, Automotive, Rail, Infrastructure & Transportation, Energy, Utilities & Chemicals, Life Sciences, Communications, Semiconductor & Electronics, Industrial & Consumer, Software & Internet.

Capgemini Engineering is an integral part of the Capgemini Group, a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem. The Group reported 2024 global revenues of €22.1 billion.

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Disclaimer

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Capgemini discloses salary range information in compliance with state and local pay transparency obligations. The disclosed range represents the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting, although we may ultimately pay more or less than the disclosed range, and the range may be modified in the future. The disclosed range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, geographic location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. At Capgemini, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. The base salary range for the tagged location is [$88,800 - $166,398].This role may be eligible for other compensation including variable compensation, bonus, or commission. Full time regular employees are eligible for paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.