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Validation Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires employers to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing your I-140 petition. Pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies with regulated validation workflows routinely sponsor foreign professionals for permanent residency.
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Job Description:
Note: This role requires regular onsite presence to fulfill essential job responsibilities.
Position Overview Defines, develops, and performs pre-silicon functional validation for mixed signal design, electronic parts, components, or integrated circuitry required for mixed signal electronic equipment, devices, and other hardware systems. Applies various hardware and software level tools and techniques to ensure validation coverage and that performance, power, and area goals are met.
Key Responsibilities
- Define, develop, and perform pre-silicon functional validation for mixed signal design, electronic parts, components, and integrated circuitry
- Apply hardware and software level tools and techniques to ensure validation coverage and that performance, power, and area goals are met
- Review proposed design changes to assess impact on validation plans, tasks, and timelines
- Develop mixed signal validation methodologies, execute validation plans, and collaborate with other engineers for design optimization, troubleshooting, and failure analysis
- Perform debug to identify root causes and resolve all functional and triage failures for mixed signal design issues
- Test interactions between various mixed signal design features using validation infrastructure
- Develop pre-silicon validation infrastructure (e.g., monitors, behavioral checkers, coverage) and test environments used in validation testing
- Publish mixed signal validation reports summarizing all validation activities performed, review results, and communicate findings to relevant teams
- Work with architecture, design, verification, board, platform, and manufacturing teams to maintain and improve debug, validation test strategy, methodologies, and processes for mixed signal interfaces to meet desired product specifications
Qualifications
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or another STEM related degree with 3+ years' experience OR
- Masters Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or another STEM related degree with 6+ months' experience.
Experience listed above should be in the following:
- Working on IP or SoC development, verification, or integration using System Verilog/OVM/UVM
- Writing validation plans implement those validation plans using System Verilog
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience with DFI/DDR/LPDDR Protocols
- 2+ years of experience with DDR Phy verification or Memory Controller verification
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, California, Folsom
Additional Locations:
US, California, Santa Clara
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Position of Trust
N/A
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $122,440.00-172,860.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.
Job Details:
Job Description:
Note: This role requires regular onsite presence to fulfill essential job responsibilities.
Position Overview Defines, develops, and performs pre-silicon functional validation for mixed signal design, electronic parts, components, or integrated circuitry required for mixed signal electronic equipment, devices, and other hardware systems. Applies various hardware and software level tools and techniques to ensure validation coverage and that performance, power, and area goals are met.
Key Responsibilities
- Define, develop, and perform pre-silicon functional validation for mixed signal design, electronic parts, components, and integrated circuitry
- Apply hardware and software level tools and techniques to ensure validation coverage and that performance, power, and area goals are met
- Review proposed design changes to assess impact on validation plans, tasks, and timelines
- Develop mixed signal validation methodologies, execute validation plans, and collaborate with other engineers for design optimization, troubleshooting, and failure analysis
- Perform debug to identify root causes and resolve all functional and triage failures for mixed signal design issues
- Test interactions between various mixed signal design features using validation infrastructure
- Develop pre-silicon validation infrastructure (e.g., monitors, behavioral checkers, coverage) and test environments used in validation testing
- Publish mixed signal validation reports summarizing all validation activities performed, review results, and communicate findings to relevant teams
- Work with architecture, design, verification, board, platform, and manufacturing teams to maintain and improve debug, validation test strategy, methodologies, and processes for mixed signal interfaces to meet desired product specifications
Qualifications
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or another STEM related degree with 3+ years' experience OR
- Masters Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or another STEM related degree with 6+ months' experience.
Experience listed above should be in the following:
- Working on IP or SoC development, verification, or integration using System Verilog/OVM/UVM
- Writing validation plans implement those validation plans using System Verilog
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience with DFI/DDR/LPDDR Protocols
- 2+ years of experience with DDR Phy verification or Memory Controller verification
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, California, Folsom
Additional Locations:
US, California, Santa Clara
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Position of Trust
N/A
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $122,440.00-172,860.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Validation Specialist
Align your credentials with EB-2 requirements
Validation Specialist roles often require a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related field. If you hold an advanced degree, document it carefully, EB-2 eligibility depends on USCIS accepting your foreign credentials as equivalent to a U.S. advanced degree.
Target regulated industries with active PERM filings
Pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device manufacturers file PERM applications most frequently for validation roles because FDA compliance mandates specialized staff. Prioritize companies with established quality systems and dedicated immigration support, these employers already understand the PERM documentation burden.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Filter by Validation Specialist roles with green card sponsorship history using Migrate Mate. This narrows your search to employers who have already navigated PERM for similar positions, saving you from targeting companies unfamiliar with employment-based sponsorship requirements.
Clarify PERM job duties before your offer letter
The PERM application must describe your actual job duties with precision. If your offer letter lists duties too broadly, DOL may flag inconsistencies during audit. Ask your prospective employer to confirm the job description matches what will be filed before you accept.
Confirm the employer's prevailing wage process
DOL requires employers to pay at least the prevailing wage for your specific Validation Specialist role and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify what wage level applies to your position before negotiations, so you understand the floor your employer is legally required to meet.
Understand the EB-3 timeline for your priority date
EB-3 petitions for Validation Specialists from most countries outside India and China face minimal backlogs, meaning your priority date becomes current relatively quickly after I-140 approval. Ask your employer whether they intend to file I-485 concurrently or after consular processing.
Green Card Validation Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Validation Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on the role's stated requirements. EB-3 applies when the position requires a bachelor's degree or at least two years of specialized experience. EB-2 applies when the employer requires an advanced degree or when you can demonstrate equivalent credentials. Many validation roles in pharma and medical devices are filed under EB-3 because the minimum requirement is a bachelor's degree, though some senior or method-development positions qualify under EB-2.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Validation Specialist?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa subject to an annual lottery and a six-year maximum stay in most cases. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, and approval leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. The PERM process typically takes one to three years from labor certification through I-485 approval, but the outcome is permanent, you're not restarting every few years.
What documentation should I prepare before a PERM-sponsored job offer?
Gather certified translations of all foreign degrees and transcripts, a credentials evaluation from a NACES-recognized service confirming U.S. degree equivalency, and any professional certifications relevant to validation work such as ASQ or ISPE credentials. USCIS and DOL both assess whether your qualifications match the job requirements stated in the PERM application, so gaps between your credentials and the filed job description can trigger a request for evidence.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Validation Specialist positions?
Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Validation Specialist roles filtered by employers with active green card sponsorship history. This surfaces companies that have already completed PERM filings for similar positions, which is a reliable indicator that their HR and legal teams are equipped to handle the process for your hire rather than treating your sponsorship as a novel administrative task.
Can my employer file my PERM application while I'm on a work visa?
Yes. PERM sponsorship is independent of your current nonimmigrant status. Employers routinely initiate PERM while you're working on H-1B, OPT, or another authorized status. Filing early matters because your priority date is set when the PERM application is submitted, not when I-140 or I-485 is filed. Starting PERM sooner extends your place in line if any backlog develops for your country and preference category.