Director, System Level Testing, Product Development Engineering

Nvidia

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$272,000–$425,500 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
37 days ago
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Above market

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Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing

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TL;DR · Director, System Level Testing, Product Development Engineering

Director, System Level Testing - Product Development Engineering leads a team of product development engineers responsible for the end-to-end post-silicon validation, test architecture, and manufacturing ramp for AI, data center, SOC, and Tegra Automotive product lines. The role involves driving product development strategy from early silicon validation through high-volume production while overseeing characterization of new integrated circuit designs. Key responsibilities include developing validation methodologies for mixed-signal silicon, performing root-cause analysis for yield excursions, and establishing scalable data analysis frameworks and automation tools. The position requires expertise in CMOS, component characterization, and analog/mixed-signal circuit behavior. Candidates must possess skills in high-speed testing, SerDes/analog front-end validation, and statistical data analysis using tools like JMP to improve manufacturing efficiency and yield across wafer and module test flows for GPU, SOC, LPU, and automotive technologies.

What you'll do

  • Lead a team of engineers in the validation, characterization, and production ramp of GPU, SoC, and automotive products.
  • Develop and implement validation methodologies and test strategies for mixed-signal silicon designs.
  • Oversee product characterization of new integrated circuit designs to ensure performance and reliability.
  • Lead root-cause analysis and resolve complex problems related to silicon performance and yield excursions.
  • Drive yield improvement initiatives, test time reduction, and manufacturing efficiency across wafer and module flows.
  • Provide structured feedback to design teams regarding silicon performance, design margins, and manufacturability.
  • Establish scalable data analysis frameworks and automation tools for validation and production monitoring.
  • Manage the transition of products from early silicon validation through high-volume manufacturing scaling.

What we're looking for

  • Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 15+ years of background in semiconductor product development, testing, or manufacturing engineering.
  • 5+ years of Director leadership or management experience leading engineering teams.
  • Strong understanding of CMOS, component characterization, and analog/mixed-signal circuit behavior.
  • Proven experience in yield analysis, product characterization, and silicon debug.
  • Experience using statistical data analysis tools like JMP for engineering insights and yield improvement.
  • Experience developing or productizing SOC, GPU, or Automotive (preferred).
  • Deep expertise in System Level testing, Voltage-Frequency understanding, and manufacturing ramp readiness (preferred).

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