Silicon Validation Intern: Debug & Characterize Systems

Cadence; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadence is seeking a Post-Silicon Validation Engineering Intern in San Jose, CA to validate system-level and electrical performance of internal silicon test chips. You will debug issues in close collaboration with analog and digital design teams and deliver characterization reports.

The role emphasizes cross-functional work to ensure product functionality and reliability. The ideal candidate is pursuing an EE degree with 0-2 years of experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering with 0-2 years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Prior experience in the hardware semiconductor or electronics industry is a plus.
• Experience with script-based test automation in Python, C or other scripting tools is a plus.
• Must be able to work full-time hours in San Jose during the Fall and have authorization to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Validate system-level and electrical performance of internal silicon test chips.
• Debug silicon issues in collaboration with analog and digital design teams.
• Deliver high-quality characterization reports.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure product functionality and reliability.
• Drive system and electrical testing efforts for identifying silicon issues and aiding in debugging.

Skills

Analog & Digital Electronics

RTL

Signal Integrity

Control Systems

Python

C

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

C

Job description

Cadence is seeking a Post-Silicon Validation Engineering Intern in San Jose, CA to validate system-level and electrical performance of internal silicon test chips. You will debug issues in close collaboration with analog and digital design teams and deliver characterization reports.

The role emphasizes cross-functional work to ensure product functionality and reliability. The ideal candidate is pursuing an EE degree with 0-2 years of experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to