Principal Product Engineer - Silicon Qualification

Job Title

Principal Product Engineer - Silicon Qualification

Role Summary

Lead silicon qualification and validation activities for embedded memory (SRAM) in production and test chips. The role is part of an R&D organization that collaborates with design, test, and customer teams to investigate silicon failures, analyze test data, and define qualification criteria.

This position requires hands-on debugging, data-driven root-cause analysis, technical reporting, and cross-organizational leadership to improve silicon test methodologies and product quality.

Experience Level

Senior — requires 12+ years of relevant semiconductor engineering experience.

Responsibilities

The role's core responsibilities include silicon debug, data analysis, reporting, and cross-functional leadership.

• Investigate and debug embedded memory on silicon test chips; identify root causes of functional failures and test parameter discrepancies.
• Analyze large volumes of silicon test data using tools such as JMP or Yield Explorer to extract actionable insights.
• Write and publish detailed silicon validation reports and communicate findings to internal teams and customers.
• Initiate and lead cross-organizational projects to improve silicon testing methodologies and product quality.
• Advise senior management on specialized technical or business issues and act as a technical spokesperson for major programs.
• Develop and refine methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for silicon qualification.
• Collaborate with design, test, and customer teams to resolve complex silicon issues and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience.

• Minimum 12+ years of semiconductor engineering experience focused on embedded memory, silicon testing, and validation.
• Extensive knowledge of embedded SRAM memory design, silicon test methodologies, and debug processes.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as JMP, Yield Explorer, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated root-cause analysis and solution implementation.
• Excellent technical writing skills for comprehensive silicon validation reports and documentation.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, communicate at a high technical level, and mentor others.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

About the Company

Company: Synopsys

Headquarters: Mountain View, California, USA

Synopsys is a leading company in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP solutions. It provides tools and services for designing and verifying complex semiconductor devices and systems. The company plays a pivotal role in the semiconductor industry, helping engineers innovate and deliver higher-quality products faster. Synopsys is committed to advancing technology standards and offers a range of software and hardware solutions to its clients globally.