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Validation Engineer
Accepting applicationsGraphcore · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Full-Time Mid_senior AIASICArmC++DDR
Posted
5d ago
Category
Test
Experience
Mid_senior
Country
India
Staff Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer – Silicon Bring-up
Minimum 8+ years of experience in Silicon Validation / Post-Silicon Validation
Strong hands-on experience in Embedded C/C++ programming
About Graphcore
Graphcore is a globally recognised leader in Artificial Intelligence computing systems. The company designs advanced semiconductors and data-centre hardware that provide the specialised processing power required to drive AI innovation, while delivering the efficiency needed for broader AI adoption.
As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore belongs to a family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies.
We are expanding our presence in India and launching a new AI Engineering Campus in Bengaluru, which will play a central role in building the future of AI computing.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Staff Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer (Bring-up) to join our Post-Silicon Bring-up team. In this role, you will contribute to the validation of cutting-edge AI chips and platforms, developing low-level software used to configure and exercise new silicon devices.
You will play a key role in bringing first silicon to life, enabling new product introductions, and supporting post-silicon validation. The role offers opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead technical initiatives, mentor engineers, and improve validation infrastructure and processes.
The Team
The Post-Silicon Bringup team sits within the Architecture and Validation team. We are responsible for bringup and validation of new silicon when it returns from manufacture, enabling and supporting the production SW and FW teams to bring up their software and supporting the Silicon Characterisation team.
Responsibilities and Duties
Plan, design, develop and debug silicon bringup sequences and test in bare metal C/C++ on FPGA/Emulator prior to first silicon
Deploy configuration sequences and validation tests on first silicon and debug them
Develop automated test framework and regression test suites in Python to optimize validation efficiency
Collaborate closely with engineers from many other disciplines on a variety of topics
Work with Validation and Production Test engineering peers to implement best practices and continuous improvements to test methodologies
Analyse test results, identify and debug failures/defects
Contribute to shared test and validation infrastructure
Provide feedback to architects
Essential
Strong experience in Bare metal / embedded C/C++
Good knowledge of digital ASICs
Be highly motivated, a self-starter, and a team player
Ability to work across teams and programming languages to find root causes of deep and complex issues
Experience with the post-silicon validation process applied in digital ASIC environments
Python, Linux
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others to solve problems
Excellent problem-solving, analytical & diagnostic skills
Desirable
Driver-level experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:
PCIe
Ethernet
Memory technologies (LPDDR, DDR, HBM, …)
Other peripherals such as I2C, I3C, SPI, …
Additional desirable skills:
Good knowledge of mixed-signal building blocks such as PLLs, high-speed PHYs and IC control/communication protocols
Experience with Arm CPUs, System IP and debug tools
Experience with AMBA protocols
Understanding of ML applications and their workloads
Experience in Characterization, Failure Analysis, Test Development, Statistical Analysis, and Customer Support
Benefits
Graphcore offers a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive benefits.
We welcome people from diverse backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We provide an equal opportunity hiring process and are happy to accommodate reasonable adjustments during the interview process.
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Minimum 8+ years of experience in Silicon Validation / Post-Silicon Validation
Strong hands-on experience in Embedded C/C++ programming
About Graphcore
Graphcore is a globally recognised leader in Artificial Intelligence computing systems. The company designs advanced semiconductors and data-centre hardware that provide the specialised processing power required to drive AI innovation, while delivering the efficiency needed for broader AI adoption.
As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore belongs to a family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies.
We are expanding our presence in India and launching a new AI Engineering Campus in Bengaluru, which will play a central role in building the future of AI computing.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Staff Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer (Bring-up) to join our Post-Silicon Bring-up team. In this role, you will contribute to the validation of cutting-edge AI chips and platforms, developing low-level software used to configure and exercise new silicon devices.
You will play a key role in bringing first silicon to life, enabling new product introductions, and supporting post-silicon validation. The role offers opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead technical initiatives, mentor engineers, and improve validation infrastructure and processes.
The Team
The Post-Silicon Bringup team sits within the Architecture and Validation team. We are responsible for bringup and validation of new silicon when it returns from manufacture, enabling and supporting the production SW and FW teams to bring up their software and supporting the Silicon Characterisation team.
Responsibilities and Duties
Plan, design, develop and debug silicon bringup sequences and test in bare metal C/C++ on FPGA/Emulator prior to first silicon
Deploy configuration sequences and validation tests on first silicon and debug them
Develop automated test framework and regression test suites in Python to optimize validation efficiency
Collaborate closely with engineers from many other disciplines on a variety of topics
Work with Validation and Production Test engineering peers to implement best practices and continuous improvements to test methodologies
Analyse test results, identify and debug failures/defects
Contribute to shared test and validation infrastructure
Provide feedback to architects
Essential
Strong experience in Bare metal / embedded C/C++
Good knowledge of digital ASICs
Be highly motivated, a self-starter, and a team player
Ability to work across teams and programming languages to find root causes of deep and complex issues
Experience with the post-silicon validation process applied in digital ASIC environments
Python, Linux
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others to solve problems
Excellent problem-solving, analytical & diagnostic skills
Desirable
Driver-level experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:
PCIe
Ethernet
Memory technologies (LPDDR, DDR, HBM, …)
Other peripherals such as I2C, I3C, SPI, …
Additional desirable skills:
Good knowledge of mixed-signal building blocks such as PLLs, high-speed PHYs and IC control/communication protocols
Experience with Arm CPUs, System IP and debug tools
Experience with AMBA protocols
Understanding of ML applications and their workloads
Experience in Characterization, Failure Analysis, Test Development, Statistical Analysis, and Customer Support
Benefits
Graphcore offers a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive benefits.
We welcome people from diverse backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We provide an equal opportunity hiring process and are happy to accommodate reasonable adjustments during the interview process.
Show more Show less