Senior Engineer I - Validation

Job Title

Senior Engineer I - Validation

Role Summary

Work in Microchip's MCU validation team to validate and characterize 8-, 16- and 32-bit microcontrollers. The role focuses on developing test cases, executing lab experiments, automating test infrastructure, and documenting validation results.

Based in Chennai or Bangalore, India; collaborate with global design, verification, applications and product teams.

Experience Level

Senior - typically requires 5–7 years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

The role owns validation test plans, lab execution, data collection, and driving improvements to test environments and processes.

• Develop and implement functional, performance and system-level validation for 8-, 16- and 32-bit microcontrollers.
• Create, audit and oversee test procedures, validation plans, data collection, post-processing and reports.
• Develop test cases and perform bench experiments; troubleshoot and resolve issues found during validation.
• Automate lab-based testing for digital and analog modules at unit and full-chip levels.
• Design or assist in the development of test hardware and software infrastructure.
• Develop performance tests to determine circuit margin and datasheet parameters.
• Operate lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, AWGs and pulse generators; use in-circuit emulators for debug.
• Interpret PCB schematics and layouts; assist with schematic entry, BOM creation and netlist generation.
• Support customer requests for released products and collaborate with international cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience:

• Hands-on experience with microcontrollers, FPGAs and embedded systems; strong embedded C firmware development skills.
• Experience with communication buses such as SPI/QSPI, I2C, I2S, USB, EBI, Ethernet, RS-232/485, GPIB.
• Experience with clock and reset subsystems and exposure to analog peripherals (ADCs, DACs, comparators, op‑amps, CTMU).
• Strong analytical and debugging skills; experience using lab instruments and in-circuit emulators.
• Proficient reading and interpreting PCB schematics and layouts; comprehensive record keeping and detailed debugging notes.
• Good verbal and written communication; able to work collaboratively and manage priorities against dynamic schedules.

Nice-to-have:

• Familiarity with ARM Cortex-M, RISC-V or MIPS architectures.
• Experience with bench automation tools (NI LabVIEW/TestStand) and scripting for test automation.
• Experience in test infrastructure development and data post-processing.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering (or equivalent). The posting specifies 5–7 years of related work experience; equivalent practical experience is acceptable.

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.