Post-Silicon Validation Engineer
Company: Phizenix
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Role Overview Lead silicon
bring-up, post-silicon validation, and deep debug of
next-generation AI accelerator chiplets, including validation of
high-speed interfaces such as PCIe Gen5, LPDDR5, and die-to-die
interconnects . Define and execute comprehensive validation and
bring-up strategies , building automated, self-checking test
frameworks with firmware- and kernel-level instrumentation and
logging. Develop embedded firmware and host-side test software to
stress, validate, and characterize high-speed interfaces across
multiple system configurations. Work hands-on in the lab,
partnering with the team to set up and utilize advanced debug and
test equipment to support efficient validation and issue
resolution. Collaborate closely with hardware, software,
validation, test, and operations teams , including support for ATE
and complex HW/SW debug efforts. Qualifications BS/MS in Electrical
or Computer Engineering with 15 years of experience working on
high-performance SoCs. Proven experience in system and AI
accelerator bring-up and post-silicon debug . 5 years of embedded
software, firmware, or RTOS development experience. Strong
familiarity with high-speed serial protocols (PCIe Gen3/4/5) and/or
high-speed memory technologies (LPDDR3/4/5 or similar I/O
standards). Excellent debugging, communication, and
cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to work
effectively across diverse engineering teams. California Pay Range
$160,000—$240,000 USD
Keywords: Phizenix, Watsonville , Post-Silicon Validation Engineer, Engineering , Santa Clara, California
