Post-silicon Validation and Debug Engineer
Intel CorporationJob Title
Post-silicon Validation and Debug Engineer
Role Summary
The engineer will perform low-level SoC and platform debug, develop and execute validation plans, and drive root-cause analysis to characterize device features and resolve failures. The role interfaces with design, system validation, firmware/software teams, and manufacturing to enable product readiness.
Experience Level
Entry-level (College graduate). Typical background: ~0–3 years professional experience; posting indicates 1+ years experience for bachelor’s holders or master’s with relevant experience, or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
Primary duties focus on post-silicon validation, debug, and cross-team problem resolution.
- Perform low-level and complex debug across systems, subsystems, and SoC levels.
- Develop and execute validation plans and tests for domain- and system-level features and flows.
- Implement techniques and workflows for faster SoC/platform-level debug and failure isolation.
- Use design-for-debug (DFD) tools, scripts, and automation to improve debug efficiency.
- Conduct root-cause analysis, resolve triage failures and marginality issues, and track debug progress.
- Collaborate with design, system validation, firmware/software teams, and manufacturing to characterize new device features.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and experience; preferred items listed separately.
- Practical experience with SoC design, architecture, and debug techniques, including use of DFD tools and methodologies (minimum ~6 months of hands-on experience recommended).
- Strong understanding of firmware and software integration with hardware systems.
- Experience applying debug workflows, advanced test methodologies, and failure isolation techniques.
- Ability to develop and execute validation plans and test cases at system and platform level.
- Skilled in root-cause analysis and tracking/debug progress across teams.
- Effective collaborator with cross-disciplinary teams including design, validation, and manufacturing.
Nice-to-have:
- Familiarity with Graphics and Power Management flows within SoC designs.
- Exposure to influencing technical strategy and aligning team goals with technical vision.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical engineering discipline (with ~1+ years experience), or a Master’s in those fields preferred; equivalent practical experience accepted.
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.
