System Validation Test Engineer

Pay Range: $47.30hr - $49.93hr

Job Overview:

In this role, the engineer will be part of a highly technical team that develops test plans, completes functional and electrical validation, and debugs issues for new processor silicon interface features with a strong focus on power management. The candidate will write comprehensive electrical and functional test plans for processor interface validation. The candidate will execute electrical and functional test plans for client processors using hardware and software validation tools, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers, as well as debug electrical and functional issues for new processors. Additionally, the candidate will provide detailed input into platform definitions, participate in reviews of platform designs used in silicon validation, and offer technical guidance and training to less experienced engineers and technicians.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify and validate hardware products designed and developed in-house using the standard qualification process developed within the electrical and functional I/O interface compliance group, and participate in creating and improving all phases of test procedures and methodologies.
• Participate in defining, improving, and executing test plans and procedures.
• Analyze failures found during testing and support the internal design team to determine the root cause of issues.
• Characterize and validate various I/O interfaces on functional and electrical compliance using high-speed capturing equipment.
• Communicate with various internal departments to resolve anomalies.
• Participate in issuing internal and external releasable test reports.
• Perform software and hardware level testing using external and internal test tools, including oscilloscopes, analyzers, margin test tools, and functional tests.

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering with 2+ years of related experience, or a Master's degree with 2+ years of directly related experience (an advanced degree is considered a plus).
• Requires experience and demonstrated technical expertise in the development and execution of platform-level electrical and functional test plans.
• Platform-level electrical characterization experience with processor I/O interfaces is preferred.
• Requires experience and demonstrated technical expertise in debugging processor and PC platform I/O interfaces.
• Demonstrated experience with or knowledge of using oscilloscopes, reading schematics and layout documentation, and utilizing MS Windows and Office applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a variety of engineering disciplines and management.

Preferred Experience:

• Post-silicon system integration.
• Expertise with pre-silicon environments (Verification, Emulation, Bring-Up).
• Debugging skills at the SoC (System on a Chip) and system level.
• Experience with computer architecture concepts and silicon features.
• Ability to program in C, C++, and scripting languages such as Python and Perl.
• Computer enthusiasts with excellent knowledge of current leading PC technology.
• Effective communication skills, including influencing and working across large multi-functional hardware, software, and architecture teams.
• Automation development for semiconductor validation.
• Two years of experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Experience with AI tools, including prompt engineering.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and effectively to meet time requirements.

Academic Credentials:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering.

Benefits:

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Systems

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.

As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.