Software Engineer (SAV)

Job Title

Software Engineer (SAV)

Role Summary

Develop and validate virtual platforms used for customer hardware design, working across firmware, embedded software, the Linux kernel, and hardware protocols.

Work on platform-level validation and verification alongside multi-functional teams to diagnose issues, propose fixes, and ensure accurate system behavior.

Experience Level

Entry-level — typically 1–3 years of hands-on C/C++ development experience.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain virtual platform validation components in C/C++.
• Analyze and debug system-level issues across firmware, the Linux kernel, and hardware interfaces.
• Design and execute validation and verification workflows to ensure accurate platform behavior.
• Write automation and debugging scripts (e.g., Python, Bash) to support validation efforts.
• Communicate technical findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive issue resolution.
• Document test results, reproduce issues reliably, and implement corrective changes.

Requirements

Must-have and preferred technical qualifications.

• Must-have: 1–3 years of hands-on C/C++ development experience.
• Must-have: Experience with the Linux kernel and its interaction with hardware or communication protocols.
• Must-have: Familiarity with verification or validation methodologies and system-level debugging.
• Must-have: Ability to use scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation and debugging.
• Must-have: Understanding of compiler toolchains and development tools.
• Nice-to-have: Experience with ARM TrustZone, secure boot workflows, or OVMF/embedded firmware development.
• Nice-to-have: Familiarity with high-speed interfaces and verification IPs (PCIe, USB3.2, 400GbE, DDR5, LPDDR5, CXL).
• Nice-to-have: Customer-facing experience and interest or knowledge in IC design.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

About the Company

Company: Siemens

Headquarters: Munich, Germany

Siemens EDA is a leading global provider of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) products and systems. Their innovative solutions enable companies to enhance the development of electronic products efficiently and effectively, keeping pace with the complex demands of technology and physics. Siemens is committed to delivering advanced workflow solutions that integrate both EDA and MCAD tools for multi-domain design and manufacturing in the semiconductor industry.