Engineer II - Design

Job Title

Engineer II - Design

Role Summary

Develop and execute silicon and system validation for PCIe switches and NVMe controllers. Work includes test design, post-silicon debugging, test automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to resolve hardware and software issues.

Position is lab-focused and based in Burnaby, supporting prototype ICs, board bring-up, and system-level validation.

Experience Level

Mid-level - typically 2+ years of relevant experience. New graduates with appropriate experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities involve planning and executing validation activities, diagnosing problems, and improving test infrastructure.

• Design, develop, and execute silicon and system validation plans to verify functional specifications.
• Diagnose and resolve complex hardware and software issues in post-silicon environments.
• Build and enhance validation tools and test automation scripts.
• Lead complex test execution and investigations in the lab (on-site and remote).
• Find, report, and drive resolution of bugs with cross-functional teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and share technical knowledge with the team.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience for the role are listed below; preferred skills follow.

• 2+ years of relevant validation experience (post-silicon, IC/SoC validation).
• Knowledge of software engineering principles and validation methodologies.
• Proficiency in scripting or programming (examples: Python, C).
• Deep understanding of digital systems and computer architecture.
• Experience debugging prototype ICs, boards, and hardware infrastructure.
• Experience working in a lab with test equipment and protocol analyzers.
• Ability to develop and execute functional validation plans, including writing supporting software/tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-team collaboration and technical reporting.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of PCIe/CXL system architecture and/or NVMe storage interfaces.
• Familiarity with I2C/I3C/SMBus interfaces and lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers).
• Experience in high-speed digital design, SERDES testing, and board-level development.
• Experience with FPGA tools and VHDL/Verilog coding.
• Experience assembling computer systems and working with Linux and Windows OS.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. New graduates with appropriate experience may be considered.

About the Company

Company: Microchip

Headquarters: Chandler, Arizona, USA

Microchip is a leading semiconductor company focused on developing innovative solutions to enhance the human experience. With a commitment to empowering innovation, Microchip prioritizes the value of its employees by fostering a culture that supports their growth and contributions.