Design Evaluation Engineer - Automotive Networking

Job Title

Design Evaluation Engineer - Automotive Networking

Role Summary

Join the Automotive Networking team in Hyderabad to plan and execute evaluation strategies for FPGA prototypes and automotive networking ASICs. The role spans platform bring-up, system-level validation, silicon characterization, and release readiness.

This is a mixed hardware/software engineering role that combines lab work, test automation, data analysis, and cross-functional technical collaboration with design, verification, systems, software, and product teams.

Experience Level

Mid-level (Experienced). The posting lists an experienced hire but does not specify a years-of-experience range.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include planning and executing silicon and platform evaluations, debugging issues, and delivering repeatable test and measurement solutions.

• Plan and execute evaluation strategies for FPGA prototypes and automotive networking ASICs from bring-up through validation and release readiness.
• Develop, execute, analyze, and debug complex silicon test cases and system-level tests.
• Perform silicon measurements and characterization using lab equipment; capture and analyze measurement data.
• Design, prototype, and use evaluation board hardware and customer bench solutions.
• Automate lab equipment and test flows; develop test software and data analysis scripts.
• Identify technical risks, troubleshoot complex issues, and work with cross-functional teams to resolve them.
• Produce clear technical reports and present results to engineering and product stakeholders.
• Travel as required for the role (approximately 10% travel).

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience followed by preferred skills.

• Must-have: Strong proficiency in C and Python.
• Familiarity with analog electrical circuit theory.
• Familiarity with digital logic fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment and measurement techniques; comfortable working with hardware, boards, and test fixtures.
• Ability to develop and debug test automation and perform data analysis to support characterization.
• Willingness to work in a hands-on lab environment.
• Preferred: Object-oriented programming experience; experience with microcontroller platforms (Arduino, Raspberry Pi) and integrating sensors/actuators.
• Working knowledge of Ethernet and networking concepts and serial interfaces (SPI, I²C, UART).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reports and presentations.

Education Requirements

Qualification in electronic or computer engineering (degree or equivalent technical qualification). The posting specifies an electronic/computer engineering qualification but does not list a specific degree title or level.

About the Company

Company: Analog Devices

Headquarters: Norwood, Massachusetts, USA

Analog Devices is a leading global semiconductor company that bridges the physical and digital worlds, enabling breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. With a focus on innovation, ADI develops solutions that drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare. The company employs around 24,000 people globally and reported revenues exceeding $9 billion in FY24, creating technologies that transform lives across various sectors.