Hardware Engineering and R&D - Silicon Validation Engineer 3
Apex Systems Inc
- Hardware Engineering and R&D - Silicon Validation Engineer 3Apply**Job#: 3038253****Job Description:****Job Title: Silicon Validation Engineer 3****Top 3 Must-Have Hard Skills**Engineering level knowledge: PCIe, CXL, IO, End Points (network, storage), and debug. 3+ yearsElectrical: Serdes, IO knowledge. 3+ yearsOverall silicon validation knowledge. 3+ years **What is the ideal background of a candidate for this role?**Engineering knowledge and experience with high-speed IO interfaces (PLL, PCI, CXL, etc.) and their interactions with other parts of the SoC, the platform, and software.**Typical Day in the Role**• Purpose of the Team: The main function of Silicon Validation Engineer is to run, triage, and maintain silicon system regressions and report the resultsDevelop and execute validation test plans for various SoC features and subsystems in one of the following areas - functional, electrical, or power/performance.Perform functional, stress, and performance testing using hardware and software tools.Analyze test results and identify, isolate, and debug issues.**Key projects:**→ Run and maintain silicon system regressions→ Report results of silicon system regressions→ Triage issues with various debugging tools→ Review and validate any system updates made by other teams**Candidate Requirements**Disqualifiers:□ Candidates unable to work onsite 5 days/week in Hillsboro lab environment□ Candidates lacking hands-on engineering-level experience in silicon validation (technician-only profiles are not a fit)**□ No experience with PCIe, CXL, IO, endpoints (network/storage), or system-level validation**□ Must have their full 18months of tenure**• Best vs. Average:**→ Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field.→ 3+ years of experience in silicon validation, testing, or debugging.→ Demonstrated validation experience in one or more of the following:→ Validation of:→ Functional: PCIe, CXL, IO, End Points (network, storage), Power Management, BIOS/FW development and debug.→ Electrical: Serdes, IO→ Applied understanding of Computer Architecture and CPU/SoC validation principles, including: Understanding of SoC subsystem, SoC system level, and platform level functionality and writing scripts/software with industry standard languages like Python or C/C++.→ Understanding system level software and firmware.→ Experience with hardware and software debug tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, BERT, etc.→ Proficient in scripting languages such as Python, C++.→ Understanding of board level schematics.→ Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.**Skills:**• Expertise in Python, C, and C++• Some knowledge of Verilog• Attention to detail; analytical and problem-solving ability**Hard Skills Assessments**□ Expected Dates that Hard Skills Assessments will be scheduled: asap□ Hard Skills Assessment Process: The assessment process will include 1-2 rounds□ Required Candidate Preparation: Interviews will focus on behavioral questions and technical discussions based on prior experienceEEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Redmond, WA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** June 11, 2026**Pay Range:** $67 - $74 per hour
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