Senior Validation Engineer — Post-Silicon, High-Speed SoC

Astera Labs; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Astera Labs seeks a Principal Validation Engineer to lead post-silicon validation on high-speed interfaces (Ethernet/PCIe). The role involves developing validation plans, automating tests, and driving parametric conformance across system conditions.

Strong Python scripting and bench automation are essential for robust results. Applicants should have 10+ years in SoC validation with a background in electrical or computer engineering, plus hands-on lab skills using scopes, BERTs, and VNAs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of experience testing SoC/silicon and high-speed IO interfaces.
• Experience with Ethernet and PCIe, and lab bench automation.
• Strong programming and data analysis skills (Python).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute electrical validation tests for parametric performance.
• Formulate a comprehensive post-silicon validation plan and automate tests.
• Design experiments to root-cause issues and report results.
• Collaborate with internal customers to quantify margins and robustness.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

SoC validation

Debug and development

High-speed IO/SerDes expertise

Python scripting

bench automation

Tools

Oscilloscope

BERT

VNA

Job description

Astera Labs seeks a Principal Validation Engineer to lead post-silicon validation on high-speed interfaces (Ethernet/PCIe). The role involves developing validation plans, automating tests, and driving parametric conformance across system conditions.

Strong Python scripting and bench automation are essential for robust results. Applicants should have 10+ years in SoC validation with a background in electrical or computer engineering, plus hands-on lab skills using scopes, BERTs, and VNAs.