Silicon Validation Engineer

Intel Corporation; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation in California is seeking a Silicon Validation Engineer to define and execute validation strategies for silicon products and integrated systems, ensuring functionality, performance, and reliability across Intel's cutting-edge technologies.

You will collaborate with architecture, design, verification, and manufacturing teams, develop post-silicon validation infrastructure, and publish detailed reports for stakeholders to drive product quality and successful launches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Computer Engineering, or STEM field with 5 years of related experience.
• Alternatively, a Master’s degree with 3 years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of silicon validation, debugging, and post-silicon validation concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute functional validation plans for silicon products and systems.
• Perform silicon debug to identify root causes and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with architecture, design, verification, and manufacturing teams to optimize validation.
• Publish validation reports and communicate results to stakeholders.

Skills

Functional validation

Debugging

Test planning

Validation tooling

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Computer Engineering

Science or STEM-related degree

Tools

Validation tools

Test environments

Performance monitors

Job description

Job Details:Job Description:Join Intel as a Silicon Validation Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the functionality, performance, and reliability of Intel's cutting-edge silicon products and technologies. In this critical position, you will define and execute comprehensive validation strategies that directly impact product quality and Intel's ability to deliver world-class semiconductor solutions. Your expertise will drive innovation in validation methodologies, enable successful product launches, and contribute to Intel's leadership in the semiconductor industry. By collaborating with cross-functional teams and leveraging advanced tools and techniques, you will make a significant impact on the development and optimization of next-generation technologies that power computing across diverse applications from personal devices to data centers.Key Responsibilities may include but not limited to :Define, develop, and execute comprehensive functional validation plans and strategies for silicon products and integrated systemsPerform silicon debug to identify root causes of failures and resolve functional and triage issues across various design componentsCollaborate with architecture, design, verification, and manufacturing teams to optimize validation processes and troubleshoot technical challengesDevelop and implement post-silicon validation infrastructure, including performance monitors, behavioral checkers, and test environmentsApply advanced hardware and software tools and techniques to ensure thorough validation coverage and meet performance goalsTest and validate interactions between various system features and components using validation infrastructure and methodologiesPublish detailed validation reports summarizing activities, results, and findings while communicating outcomes to relevant stakeholdersDevelop and maintain validation methodologies, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and ensure comprehensive coverageConduct system-level testing and validation across various operating conditions to ensure product specifications are metAnnual Salary Range for jobs to be performed in Folsom, CA: $179,567 - $200,340 USDThis position requires work at the Intel site at least 4 days per week in accordance with company policy.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, &/or Computer Engineering, or Science, or other STEM-related degree and 5 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation; or Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, &/or Computer Engineering, or Science, or other STEM-related degree and 3 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.Job Type:Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location:US, California, FolsomAdditional Locations:Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of TrustN/ABenefitsWe offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel .The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.Work Model for this RoleThis role will require an on-site presence.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.