Lead Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

Nvidia

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Work type: On-site
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Salary: $200,000–$322,000 / yr
Posted: 51 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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 · Lead Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

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The Lead Post-Silicon Validation Engineer joins the GPU Engineering Team to drive development for GPUs used in 3D graphics, deep learning, HPC, and automotive markets. This role involves managing and leading post-silicon bringup, characterization, and productization of the memory system for GPU products. The engineer will develop, qualify, and work on compliance for memory system software and firmware while serving as the primary contact for internal and external customers and DRAM vendors regarding silicon issues. Key responsibilities include contributing throughout the development cycle from concept to tape out. Required expertise includes experience with DRAM, high-speed interfaces like HBM, GDDR, and LPDDR, along with their timing, analog, and digital requirements. Preferred skills include System C or C++ development and a proven record of implementing processes to debug post-silicon issues and drive solutions.

Skills

Post-Silicon Validation GPU DRAM HBM GDDR LPDDR Firmware C C++ SoC Characterization Productization

What you'll do

Manage and lead post-silicon bringup, characterization, and productization of the GPU memory system.
Develop, qualify, and ensure compliance for memory system software and firmware.
Serve as the primary contact for internal customers and DRAM vendors regarding silicon issues.
Collaborate with design and verification teams during pre-silicon phases to define features for smooth bringup.
Drive the GPU from initial power-on through full production in the post-silicon phase.
Debug post-silicon issues and drive solutions in coordination with DRAM vendors.
Analyze complex data sets to identify top issues and make informed technical decisions.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
12+ years of proven experience in the field.
Experience working with memory systems in a lab environment.
Experience taking an SOC/GPU from concept level to production.
Expertise in DRAM and high-speed interfaces such as HBM, GDDR, and LPDDR.
Ability to manage post-silicon bringup, characterization, and productization of memory systems.
Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills.
System C or C++ development skills or relevant programming experience.

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