Silicon Validation Engineer

Google is seeking a Silicon Validation Engineer to join their hardware team, focusing on developing custom silicon solutions for Google's direct-to-consumer products. This role combines hardware validation, software development, and system-level testing to ensure the quality and reliability of Google's custom silicon implementations.

The position requires expertise in hardware validation, test development, and debugging at both pre-silicon and post-silicon stages. You'll work with various teams including Software, Architecture, Design, and DV to create comprehensive test plans and ensure robust validation coverage. The role involves hands-on work with CPU architectures, embedded systems, and hardware debugging tools.

As a Silicon Validation Engineer, you'll be contributing to Google's next generation of hardware experiences, working on products that impact millions of users worldwide. The position offers competitive compensation including base salary, bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate should have strong programming skills in C/C++ and scripting languages, experience with hardware validation frameworks, and knowledge of SoC architectures. Experience with tools like JTAG debuggers, FPGA platforms, and post-silicon debug processes would be particularly valuable.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about hardware validation and testing, looking to work on cutting-edge silicon solutions at one of the world's leading technology companies. You'll be part of a team that pushes boundaries in hardware development, contributing to products that combine the best of Google's AI, Software, and Hardware capabilities.