Description :

1. Conducted in-depth analysis of silicon performance and functional validation.
2. Developed and implemented validation strategies to ensure product quality and reliability.
3. Collaborated with engineering teams to refine testing processes and methodologies.
4. Utilized advanced lab equipment for testing high-speed interfaces including PCIe and LPDDR.
5. Created detailed test documentation and reports for validation processes.
6. Participated in design reviews to provide insights on potential validation challenges.
7. Maintained a thorough understanding of industry standards for silicon validation.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

BSEE

Description :

1. Designed and implemented validation methodologies for silicon devices, ensuring compliance with technical specifications.
2. Collaborated with the engineering team to analyze semiconductor fabrication processes and improve design accuracy.
3. Conducted performance and reliability tests on silicon products, identifying potential failure modes early in the process.
4. Created and maintained test documentation to ensure traceability and compliance with industry standards.
5. Utilized simulation tools to predict device performance and optimize testing protocols.
6. Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving validation issues, enhancing overall product quality.
7. Engaged in continuous learning to stay updated with emerging validation technologies and methodologies.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Junior

Education

BSEE

Description :

1. Develop and execute validation plans for silicon designs to ensure functionality and performance.
2. Conducted thorough silicon validation analyses during process bring-up at manufacturing facilities.
3. Collaborate with design teams to understand specifications and requirements for validation.
4. Compiled silicon validation reports and communicated findings to cross-functional design and process development teams.
5. Led silicon validation efforts of critical process and design fail modes, ensuring product manufacturability and customer satisfaction.
6. Trained team members in device, process integration, and unit process areas.
7. Gained expertise in advanced technology nodes, enhancing validation processes.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Senior

Education

BSEE

Description :

1. Contributed to defining product health indicators and achieved a significant reduction in defects per million (DPM).
2. Characterized thermal profiles and defined die thermal requirements to optimize performance.
3. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate software solutions into existing enterprise services.
4. Established testing methodologies to enhance platform-level manufacturing support.
5. Evaluated and validated new test equipment while maintaining robust test frameworks.
6. Created comprehensive validation documentation, including risk assessments and user acceptance tests.
7. Partnered with design and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues and drive product health improvements.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Consultant

Education

BSEE

Description :

1. Led the development and execution of validation test plans for system-level tests and product platform validation, ensuring adherence to specifications.
2. Implemented automated verification flows and regression scripts to streamline testing processes.
3. Analyzed circuit marginality validation requirements, enhancing product quality through effective corrective measures.
4. Conducted root cause analysis on failures identified during stress tests to drive design improvements.
5. Collaborated with software and integration teams to develop complex test methods, ensuring quality at the source.
6. Coordinated validation efforts with architecture, design, and manufacturing teams to track program readiness post-silicon validation.
7. Evaluated integrated system performance and characterized hardware-software interactions under various operating conditions.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

MSEE

Description :

1. Perform power, performance, and thermal validation on silicon products.
2. Reproduced customer-reported motherboard issues to facilitate timely resolutions.
3. Collaborated with customers and product management to clarify advanced functionality requirements.
4. Gained familiarity with HPC, data center, and networking architectures to enhance validation processes.
5. Engineered and implemented server systems with a focus on GPU testing and performance benchmarks.
6. Developed and optimized automated test scripts and environments to enhance the validation workflow.
7. Analyzed test data to derive actionable insights, driving product improvements.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Freelancer

Education

BSEE

Description :

1. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement efficient lab equipment procurement strategies.
2. Engaged in ATE tests and hardware/software debugging to enhance product validation processes.
3. Conducted extensive training on phase-locked loops (PLLs) and silicon bring-up methodologies.
4. Utilized scripting languages such as Python and Perl to automate testing processes.
5. Performed motherboard and server system application validation, ensuring optimal performance across various platforms.
6. Executed functional and compatibility testing on operating systems, including Linux and Windows.
7. Applied statistical analysis to interpret results, facilitating data-driven decision-making.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Executive

Education

BSEE

Description :

1. Analyzed and validated analog and mixed-signal circuitry in domains such as PLL, Data Converters, and DDR Memory.
2. Utilized Python scripting to automate validation tests and perform data analysis efficiently.
3. Executed first silicon bring-up, including debug, validation, and performance characterization.
4. Developed automated testing scripts and instrument controls to streamline validation processes.
5. Trained on advanced measurement equipment, including signal generators and oscilloscopes.
6. Perform stress testing and reliability assessments on silicon products.
7. Prepared and presented detailed reports to stakeholders, ensuring clarity and transparency in validation outcomes.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Senior

Education

BSEE

Description :

1. Designed and executed complex validation tests in assembly language following established test plans.
2. Developed coverage monitors and performed detailed analysis to ensure comprehensive test case coverage.
3. Applied knowledge of digital logic design and CPU architecture to enhance validation processes.
4. Created robust test benches and debugged assembly-based tests for accuracy and effectiveness.
5. Engineered CPU simulators to improve processor verification workflows.
6. Utilized advanced verification techniques, including formal verification and assertions, to enhance test reliability.
7. Collaborated with design engineers to optimize validation strategies and improve product outcomes.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

BSEE

Description :

1. Expertly developed and executed complex software projects for silicon validation.
2. Implement continuous improvement initiatives in validation workflows.
3. Created detailed CPU validation test plans, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all critical features.
4. Developed software workloads to stress test CPUs, integrating them into existing validation environments.
5. Enhanced random test generator capabilities by incorporating support for new architectural features.
6. Evaluate and recommend tools and technologies for enhanced validation.
7. Closely debugged functional silicon failures in collaboration with Design and DV teams.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

MSEE