Mixed Signal Validation Engineer
Intel CorporationJob Title
Mixed Signal Validation Engineer
Role Summary
Perform pre-silicon functional validation for mixed-signal IP and SoC designs, focusing on coverage, performance, power, and area targets. Work with architecture, design, verification, board, platform, and manufacturing teams to develop validation methodology and debug complex mixed-signal interactions.
Experience Level
Mid-level. Typical background: Bachelor's + ~3+ years relevant experience or Master's + ~6 months relevant experience.
Responsibilities
Primary duties include designing and executing validation activities and improving validation infrastructure and processes.
- Define, develop, and execute pre-silicon functional validation plans for mixed-signal designs and integrated circuitry.
- Develop validation methodologies and test environments (monitors, behavioral checkers, coverage) and maintain validation infrastructure.
- Apply hardware and software tools to achieve validation coverage and meet performance, power, and area goals.
- Debug functional and triage failures; identify root causes and drive fixes.
- Test interactions among mixed-signal features and interfaces using validation infrastructure.
- Review design changes to assess impacts on validation scope, tasks, and timelines.
- Publish validation reports and communicate results to relevant teams.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve test strategy, methodologies, and processes.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and experience; preferred items listed separately.
- Experience with IP or SoC development, verification, or integration using SystemVerilog/OVM/UVM.
- Experience writing and implementing validation plans using SystemVerilog.
- Proven debugging and failure analysis skills for mixed-signal functional issues.
- Experience developing or using pre-silicon validation infrastructure (monitors, checkers, coverage).
Nice-to-have:
- Experience with DFI/DDR/LPDDR protocols (2+ years).
- Experience with DDR PHY verification or memory controller verification (2+ years).
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another STEM field (with ~3+ years relevant experience) OR Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another STEM field (with ~6 months relevant experience). The posting notes these qualifications may be met via a combination of industry experience, internships, coursework, or research.
About the Company
Company: Intel Corporation
Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA
Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.
