Silicon Validation Engineer
Google • Haifa, Haifa District, Israel
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Role & seniority
- Silicon Validation / Silicon Bring-up Engineer (mid-level; ~4+ years required)
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Stack/tools
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Languages: C, C++, Python (writing/automation for functional tests, debug)
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Validation environments: pre-silicon emulation platforms; post-silicon on real silicon
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Hardware areas (examples): packet processing pipelines, advanced networking capabilities
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Top 3 responsibilities
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Plan & implement post-silicon validation: create test plans from design/specs; write, execute, debug tests (Python/C/C++).
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Silicon bring-up & troubleshooting: lead bring-up/debug; isolate and identify root causes of hardware/software issues.
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Cross-team execution: collaborate with architects/designers/teams to fix bugs; improve test infrastructure/methodologies for coverage and efficiency.
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Must-have skills
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4+ years in functional testing for silicon validation (C/C++/Python or similar)
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4+ years in silicon bring-up, functional validation, characterization, and qualification
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4+ years in pre-silicon and/or post-silicon validation
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Ability to understand complex hardware/microarchitecture and translate specs into validation work
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Nice-to-haves
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MS/PhD in EE/CE/CS with computer architecture emphasis
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Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, work independently, and own technical problems
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Strong hardware interest; good communication and collaboration skills
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Strong problem-solving/debug
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Full Description
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
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4 years of experience with functional tests for silicon validation (i.e., writing in C, C++ or Python, or similar).
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4 years of experience in silicon bring-up, functional validation, characterizing, and qualifying silicon.
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4 years of experience in pre-silicon or post-silicon validation.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture.
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Proven ability to learn new systems quickly and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong interest in hardware and a desire to transition into silicon validation.
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A passion for deep technical challenges, excellent problem-solving skills, and a strong sense of ownership.
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
ABOUT THE JOB
Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.
Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team combines the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create radically helpful experiences. We research, design, and develop new technologies and hardware to make computing faster, seamless, and more powerful. We aim to make people's lives better through technology.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Dive into the architecture and microarchitecture of complex hardware units and features, such as packet processing pipelines and advanced networking capabilities.
- Develop comprehensive post-silicon validation test plans based on a thorough understanding of the design and specifications. Write, execute, and debug validation tests using Python, or C/C++, running on Pre-Si emulation platforms and primarily on the silicon.
- Lead the bring-up, troubleshooting, and debug efforts on silicon, identifying root causes of hardware and software issues.
- Collaborate closely with architects, designers, and other teams to drive bug fixes and ensure feature functionality. Contribute to the development of test infrastructure and methodologies to improve validation efficiency and coverage.
