Senior SoC HW Analog/Functional Validation Engineer

Microsoft

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$119,800–$234,700 / yr
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TL;DR · Senior SoC HW Analog/Functional Validation Engineer

The Senior SoC HW Analog/Functional Validation Engineer joins the Compute Silicon & Manufacturing Engineering team to support post-silicon validation for custom SoC designs. Working within the Cloud Compute Development Organization, you will own validation for PLL, IO electrical/analog, or functional IO interfaces. Key responsibilities include defining validation strategies, developing test plans, and creating scripts, tools, and methodologies for debug boards. You will execute content, triage failures, and provide technical leadership and mentorship. Required skills include expertise in high-speed IO interfaces like PCI and CXL, along with proficiency in Python or C/C++. You will utilize tools such as oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, and JTAG to debug silicon. This role solves complex hardware challenges by ensuring high-performance, efficient custom silicon for cloud infrastructure.

What you'll do

  • Own post-silicon validation for PLL, IO electrical/analog, or functional IO interfaces.
  • Define and implement silicon debug tools and capabilities for custom SoC designs.
  • Develop validation strategies, requirements, environments, and methodologies including debug board specifications.
  • Write test plans and implement them by developing test content, scripts, and validation collateral.
  • Execute post-silicon content and triage hardware failures to ensure high-quality results.
  • Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to other engineers in specialized areas.
  • Engage with partners to drive continuous improvement in design, validation plans, and methodologies.
  • Apply expertise to pre-silicon verification plans, tests, and debug activities.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Doctorate with 1+ years experience, a Master's with 4+ years experience, or a Bachelor's with 5+ years experience in a relevant engineering field.
  • Must be able to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check every two years.
  • Must provide proof of citizenship or US residency to access export-controlled information.
  • Must be able to meet government security screening requirements.
  • Must have an applied understanding of Computer Architecture and SoC validation principles (preferred).
  • Must be proficient in writing scripts or software using industry-standard languages like Python or C/C++ (preferred).
  • Must have experience in verification, logic development, analog validation, or validation tools for CPU/SoC/IP development (preferred).
  • Must have demonstrated validation expertise in electrical, power/performance, or automation/tools development (preferred).

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