Post Silicon Validation Engineer
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
This engineering role offers substantial responsibilities in GPU validation, appealing to candidates looking for hands-on technical challenges in the tech industry.
- Engage with cutting-edge GPU technology in validation projects
- Strong demand for validation engineers in the tech industry
- Collaborative environment fostering innovation and problem-solving
Pros
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in GPU validation
- High demand for skills in the semiconductor and AI industries
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance technical skills
Cons
- Requires strong technical background and likely competition among well-qualified candidates
- Potentially long hours due to project deadlines
- Possibility of complex troubleshooting under pressure
Who it's for
Mid-level • On-site
Good fit
- Validation engineers with GPU/CPU experience
- Technical professionals motivated by hands-on challenges
- Candidates seeking roles within innovative tech teams
Not recommended for
- Individuals without relevant experience in hardware validation
- Those seeking straightforward, less technical job descriptions
- Candidates with a preference for remote work only
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Description:
Post Silicon Validation Engineer
THE ROLE:
Technical, hands-on engineer responsible for AI GPU Card Post-Silicon validation. Domains include PCIe, RAS, virtualization, system manageability, reset and volume validation. This individual will be primarily working with the client validation engineers in test execution, troubleshooting failures, platform setup and construction.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Execute feature enablement and validation testcases
Develop post-silicon validation infrastructure (software, hardware, automation environment, and lab setup)
Debug and drive root-cause analysis for GPU device related issues
Collaborate with cross-functional teams in developing tools to improve GPU device validation and debug
Perform misc. lab work including device installation, PCIe/Card/riser-board insertion and minor board rework
Perform data collection using test equipment such as high speed oscilloscope and protocol analyzer
Report test progress and document failure analysis
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Experience with data center CPU and GPU architecture
Familiar with using server OS such as Windows Server, Ubuntu, RedHat.
Familiar with navigating and configuring system via BIOS.
Good at debugging issues
Familiarity with programming / scripting language (C/C++, Python, Perl, ...)
Must be a self-starting team player with excellent communication skills who can work with minimal guidance
Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or other technical degree with 3+ years of working experience in design, verification or validation OR
Associate Degree in above mentioned areas with 5+ years of working experience in design, verification or validation
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Prior client server CPU/GPU experience is preferred
Understanding of modern x86 microprocessor architecture and Server platform architecture is highly desired
Knowledge on PCIe, RAS, GPU protocol is a plus
Working knowledge of high end oscilloscope and protocol analyzer a plus
Top Must Haves
Post-Silicon Validation
PCIe
RAS
Reset
System Manageability
Notes:
100% Onsite with some flexibility
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
