Software QA Engineer Custom IC Design - Remote US

Lensa; Wilsonville (OR); Remote; USD 87,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Mid-Level Software Quality Assurance Engineer to join their IC Design products team. The role involves validating complex EDA software applications and ensuring products meet high-quality standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of QA experience, with a focus on IC design and testing methodologies.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in software quality assurance.
• Understanding of semiconductor design flows and EDA tools is a plus.
• Experience with test automation and scripting (Python, Perl, or Tcl).

Responsibilities

• Design and execute test cases for IC design and verification tools.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts.
• Perform regression testing to ensure stability of existing features.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

JIRA

Git

Perforce

Job description

Software QA Engineer Custom IC Design - Remote US

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Mid-Level Software Quality Assurance Engineer to join our IC Design products team. In this role, you will validate complex EDA software applications, develop and execute comprehensive test plans, and ensure our products meet the highest quality standards before release to our customers in the semiconductor industry.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and execute test cases for IC design, verification, and implementation tools
2. Develop and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard and internal tools
3. Validate new features and ensure backward compatibility with previous tool versions
4. Verify software functionality against product requirements and specifications
5. Identify, document, and track software defects through resolution
6. Perform regression testing to ensure stability of existing features
7. Create and maintain test environments that simulate customer design flows
8. Collaborate with developers to reproduce and isolate issues
9. Document test procedures, results, and product functionality
10. Participate in product design reviews and quality gate meetings

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
2. Minimum of 2 years of experience in software quality assurance
3. Understanding of semiconductor design flows and EDA tools is a plus
4. Experience with test automation and scripting (Python, Perl, or Tcl)
5. Knowledge of software development life cycle and QA methodologies
6. Familiarity with bug tracking systems (JIRA, Bugzilla)
7. Experience with version control systems (Git, Perforce)
8. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
9. Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

Technical Skills (Preferred)

1. Proficiency in scripting languages, particularly Tcl and Python
2. Understanding of Unix/Linux environments
3. Experience with continuous integration tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
4. Familiarity with database concepts for test data management
5. Knowledge of testing web-based and client-server applications
6. Understanding of IC design concepts (desirable)

Domain Knowledge (Preferred)

1. Familiarity with one or more areas of IC design (digital, analog, mixed-signal)
2. Knowledge of standard IC design file formats (GDSII, LEF/DEF, Verilog, SPICE)
3. Experience with semiconductor design flows and methodologies
4. Understanding of design rule checking (DRC), layout vs. schematic (LVS), and related verification concepts
5. Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., IEEE, Si2)

Soft Skills (Preferred)

1. Detail-oriented with strong quality focus
2. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
3. Good technical documentation skills
4. Collaborative mindset for working across engineering teams
5. Customer-oriented thinking
6. Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies

Additional Qualifications (Preferred)

1. Experience with Siemens/Mentor Graphics EDA tools
2. ISTQB certification or other relevant QA certifications
3. Knowledge of agile development methodologies
4. Experience testing high-performance computing applications
5. Understanding of cloud deployment models for EDA tools

Why us?

Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software.

A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

Siemens Software. Transform the Everyday with Us

The salary range for this position is $87,600 to $157,700 and this role is eligible to earn incentive compensation. The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate’s work location as well as additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: www.benefitsquickstart.com. In addition, this position is eligible for time off in accordance with Company policies, including paid sick leave, paid parental leave, PTO (for non-exempt employees) or non-accrued flexible vacation (for exempt employees).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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