Characterization & Validation Engineer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop functional tests for measuring performance of Digital IPs (BRAM, DSP, SRL, and Memory PHY) and Hard IP System
• Development of RTL test designs and firmware to validate IPs
• Conduct testing across process, voltage, and temperature variations, as well as volume system testing, followed by analysis to identify trends and outliers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Application, and Product Verification to investigate and resolve issues.
• Isolate issues to specific areas such as test gaps, software bugs, silicon bugs, or process deviations using ATE and bench setups.
• Analyze silicon characterization results and create characterization reports and insights.
• Generates automation scripts where applicable for efficiency improvements.
• Manage and guide the junior engineers to handle ATE testing and data analysis.
• Maintain effective communication with program stakeholders.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Proficiency in pattern development or analysis on Functional (Digital) Characterization and testing.
• Proficiency in Verilog, system Verilog is desirable with knowledge of FPGA design flow and software timing closure
• Knowledge of C programming, ARM assembly, embedded Linux, RTOS, and C compilers is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Scripting languages such as Perl, Phyton or TCL
• Experience with Digital IPs like RAM, DSP, SRL and Memory PHY.
• Experience in Testbench and Verification environments
• Basic understanding of ATE testing and NPI Process, bench testing and debug.
• Strong data analysis skill as well as proficiency in data analysis tool e.g. JMP, Microsoft tools
• Strong communication skills, works well in a group environment that spans across continents
• Knowledge of Vivado Software is a plus

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

BS in EE, CS, ECE or related field; MS preferred, with 5 or more years of experience