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Staff Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

ArmChandler, AZ$198,100-$268,000 per year

This engineer will create stress workloads, validation plans, and system-level tests to evaluate processor silicon under demanding conditions. The work includes investigating hardware and software failures, identifying root causes, and using laboratory and software debugging tools to resolve issues. The position sits within Arm’s Chandler post-silicon validation organization and contributes to improving validation methods and silicon characterization. It suits an experienced validation or software engineer who is comfortable with C/C++, Python, ARM assembly, silicon behavior, and cross-functional technical collaboration. Candidates should be strong communicators with a methodical approach to debugging and a background in computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience.

Requirements

Experience in pre-silicon and post-silicon validationProficiency in C/C++, ARM assembly, Python, and scriptingUnderstanding of silicon power and performance characteristicsExpertise debugging with scopes, logic analyzers, and debuggersBachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experienceExperience with PVT validation and interfaces such as PCIe, UCIe, or DDR is advantageous
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Arm says it licenses semiconductor IP and that its Chandler office, recently expanded, develops CPU IP and runs a post-silicon characterization lab.

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