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Net2Source (N2S) • Markham, Ontario, Canada
Role & seniority
Stack / tools
Hardware: FPGA and other hardware emulation platforms; pre-silicon debug, SOC bring-up
Graphics: GPU hardware architecture, graphics rendering pipeline, graphics IP validation
Software: Python, C/C++, Ruby; BIOS/OS/driver interactions; debugging methodologies
Devices and labs: common lab equipment, computer hardware, networks
Top 3 responsibilities
Lead planning, validation, silicon bring-up and debug for client graphics IP across pre- to post-silicon stages
Define testing, debug methodologies and end-to-end validation strategies; collaborate cross-functionally (design, software, tools, diagnostics, project leadership)
Identify risks, drive root-cause analysis, publish test plans, and mentor/lead a technical team to improve validation capabilities
Must-have skills
In-depth SOC architecture and graphics hardware pipeline knowledge
Graphics engines, rendering software pipelines, BIOS/OS/driver interactions
IP/System bring-up experience; SOC debug techniques; lab equipment proficiency
Strong programming/scripting (Python, C/C++, Ruby); leadership and mentoring abilities
Knowledge of power management features and failure modes
Nice-to-haves
2–4 years in pre/post-silicon validation and 2–4 years in semiconductor industry
Passion for computer gaming and performance goals
Excellent communication, self-starter, able to dr
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Job Title: Graphics IP Validation Engineer
Location: Markham, ON
Duration: 12+ months
Pay Range: $60 - $65/hr
FPGA and other hardware emulation platforms for pre-silicon debug
Knowledge of GPU hardware architecture
Knowledge of graphics rendering pipeline
Familiarity with power management and power states
Strong programming/scripting skills (eg. Python, C/C++, Ruby)
Systems design development throughout entire product lifecycle, from pre-silicon and emulation through post-silicon and software integration
Hardware architecture and expertise in systems design
Isolation and debug of issues found in Graphics IP during pre-silicon, bring-up, validation, and production phases
The client S3 Business Unit IP Systems Engineering team is seeking an energetic, dynamic, experienced IP Systems Engineer to join our growing team. We work with customers to develop new products, previously including game consoles. As an IP Systems Engineer, you will drive the planning, pre-silicon execution, validation, silicon bring-up and debug of client processor and graphics based systems while working closely with internal teams to meet product development milestones.
As a key contributor to the success of client's IP, you will be part of a leading team that drives and enhances client's abilities to deliver industry leading technologies to our customers. The Systems Engineering team encourages technical innovation to showcase successes, provides opportunities to develop technical knowledge, and facilitates career development.
This role specifically focuses on driving the planning, validation, silicon bring-up and debug of client graphics IP and related systems.
Participate in systems design development throughout entire product lifecycle, from pre-silicon and emulation through post-silicon and software integration
Collaborate with Design, Software, Tools and other teams to drive the definition of testing and debug methodologies to provide the best possible coverage and customer experience for the client IP
Work with Program Leadership team to define the end to end plan and highlight possible risk areas and address concerns during planning
Isolation and debug of issues found in Graphics IP during pre-silicon, bring-up, validation, and production phases of S3 products
Able to proactively support team culture that fosters knowledge sharing, excellence, and collaboration
Defining and executing validation strategies, enablement of features and unit test plans
Publishing and aligning test plan requirements and dependencies
Working closely with supporting teams such as design, diagnostics, driver, and project leadership
Lead cross-functional technical discussions to drive root cause identification and resolution on technical issues
Driving and participating in technical innovations to enhance client's validation capabilities including tool and script developments, technical and methodology enhancements
In-depth knowledge of SOC architecture and concepts
In-depth knowledge of Graphics hardware pipeline
Experience with graphics engines and rendering software pipelines
Strong understanding of BIOS, OS, and driver-level interactions and common failure points
Good understanding of Boot Flows/Sequences
Strong programming/scripting skills (eg. Python, C/C++, Ruby)
Experience with IP/System level bring-up, SOC debug techniques and methodologies
Experience with common lab equipment, computer hardware, and networks
Led process improvement initiatives to improve engineering quality
Strong technical leadership and mentoring skills
Knowledge of standard power management features and use-cases
2-4 years of relevant experience in pre and post-silicon validation and 2-4 years experience in semiconductor industry
Personal passion for computer gaming and driving game performance goals
Demonstrated ability to grasp new technical concepts quickly
Experience with IP/System level bring-up, SOC debug techniques and methodologies
Strong understanding of BIOS, OS, and driver-level interactions and common failure points
Strong analytical/problem solving skills and pronounced attention to details
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter, strong collaborator, and able to independently drive tasks to completion
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple issues at the same time
Strong understanding of BIOS, OS, and driver-level interactions and common failure points
In-depth knowledge of SOC architecture and concepts
Experience with common lab equipment, computer hardware, and networks
Experience in pre-silicon emulation and debug
Led process improvement initiatives to improve engineering quality
Strong technical leadership and mentoring skills
Knowledge of Graphics IP power management features
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