Join our dynamic team as a Senior Post-Silicon Validation Engineer, contributing to the development of cutting-edge processors for deep learning, gaming, and dedicated computing. You will validate features on silicon using lab equipment such as logic analyzers, define validation scope, develop verification infrastructure, and collaborate with ASIC, software, and system teams. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of validation experience, a background in electrical engineering or computer science, and expertise in design and verification tools like VCS, Debussy, and GDB. Familiarity with bus protocols, lab equipment, and scripting languages such as Python is preferred. Strong debugging skills and the ability to work effectively across functions are essential for this role that impacts diverse product lines from consumer graphics to AI and autonomous vehicles.
Skills
Python
Perl
VCS
Debussy
GDB
PCI_Express
SATA
USB
Lab_Equipment_Oscilloscopes
Logic_Analyzers
What you'll do
Implement design validation for industry-leading processors in deep learning, gaming, and dedicated computing.
Use hands-on lab equipment like logic analyzers to validate features on silicon.
Define validation scope and develop verification infrastructure including test plans and scripts.
Work with ASIC, SW, and system teams to accomplish post-silicon validation tasks.
Debug complex issues using design and verification tools such as VCS, Debussy, and GDB.
What we're looking for
5+ years of experience in post-silicon validation.
BS or MS in EE, ECE, CS or equivalent technical field.
Proficiency with design and verification tools like VCS, Debussy, GDB.
Experience with bus protocols such as PCI Express, SATA, USB.
Hands-on lab equipment skills including oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
Expertise in Python and/or Perl scripting languages.
Strong debugging and analytical problem-solving abilities.
Market check
Salary context
This
$136,000–$218,500
range sits above
39%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$152,000–$241,450
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$163,950–$218,550
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Nvidia
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
Nvidia currently has
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Listed pay typically runs
$184,000–$287,500
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Us, Ca, Santa Clara, US8 days ago
$200,000–$322,000
C++
SystemC
DRAM
HBM
GDDR
LPDDR
SOC/GPU
Post-Silicon Validation
Pre-Silicon Development
Memory Systems
High Speed Interfaces
Debugging Tools
Process Implementation
Methodologies
Technical Communication