Senior Post-Silicon Characterization and Validation Methodology

Job Title

Senior Post-Silicon Characterization and Validation Methodology

Role Summary

Lead the development of post-silicon characterization and validation methodologies for next-generation ASICs. Coordinate methodology planning and handoff across test engineering, yield, NPI, firmware and cross-regional teams to ensure coverage, tooling readiness, and smooth execution from tape-out to production.

Experience Level

Senior — 8+ years of experience in IC silicon characterization, validation, product engineering, test engineering, or system integration.

Responsibilities

Drive methodology definition and ensure teams are aligned and prepared for first silicon and production validation.

• Define electrical, functional, and performance characterization and validation techniques for post-silicon bring-up and production test.
• Translate product requirements and silicon behavior into structured characterization plans with coverage targets, risk areas, and data-collection strategies.
• Drive alignment on tooling, flows, and coverage requirements prior to tape-out and first silicon.
• Lead methodology transfer into execution; coordinate managers to ensure tooling, methods, and engineers are ready for handoff.
• Identify methodology gaps early in the program cycle and resolve them through cross-functional collaboration across Israel and U.S. teams.

Requirements

Must-have technical and interpersonal skills for the role.

• Proven experience (8+ years) in IC silicon characterization, validation, product/test engineering, or system integration.
• Deep hands-on engineering background; able to lead and execute technical work when needed.
• Strong analytical skills and experience developing structured characterization plans and data-collection strategies.
• Demonstrated cross-functional communication and leadership; able to align teams across time zones and organizational boundaries.
• Self-management and initiative to drive methodology planning and execution.

Nice-to-have:

• Programming and data analysis experience.
• Familiarity with BE procedures, power terminology, and measurement methods.
• Power management characterization and reliability & validation engineering experience.

Education Requirements

B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.

About the Company

Company: NVIDIA

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

NVIDIA is a global leader in accelerated computing, renowned for its innovative solutions in AI and digital twins that transform diverse industries. The company specializes in networking technologies, providing end-to-end InfiniBand and Ethernet solutions for servers and storage that optimize performance and scalability. NVIDIA serves sectors such as high-performance computing, enterprise data centers, and cloud computing, constantly reinventing its products and services to stay ahead in the market.