Mid Level Silicon Validation Engineer Jobs
Mid level silicon validation engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own test plans end to end, resolve silicon-level failures independently, and mentor junior teammates without waiting for direction. Most openings are on-site and hybrid, concentrated in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Telecommunications, with employers like Qualcomm, Etched, and NVIDIA hiring at this level now.
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See related jobsWe are now looking for a Senior Post-Silicon Validation Engineer to join our team! NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over the past two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 fueled the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. This position offers the opportunity to have real impact in a multidimensional, technology-focused company impacting product lines ranging from consumer graphics to self-driving cars and the growing field of artificial intelligence. We have crafted an outstanding team of people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the platform for the future of computing. This is a dynamic team working with innovative, outstanding technology. If you are someone that loves a challenge, come join this complementary team and help move the needle!
What You'll Be Doing
- You'll implement the design the industry’s leading processor for deep learning, gaming, and dedication computing.
- Responsible for validation of features on Silicon using hands-on lab equipment like logic analyzers etc.
- Responsible for understanding the design and implementation, define the validation scope, develop the post-silicon verification infrastructure (Testplans, Tests, Scripts to analyze data), implement test/coverage plans and validate correctness of the design.
- You will be working multi-functionally with ASIC, SW and System teams to accomplish your tasks.
What We Need To See
- BS or MS in EE, ECE, CS or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of meaningful validation experience.
- Exposure to design and verification tools (VCS or equivalent simulation tools, debug tools like Debussy, GDB).
- Experience with bus protocol (e.g. PCI Express, SATA, USB) or interconnect verification is preferred.
- Background with lab equipment, oscilloscopes and logic analyzers is helpful.
- Expertise in Python and/or Perl.
- Strong debugging and analytical skills.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability & desire to work as a standout colleague are a must.
- Proven record to work multi-functionally and drive issues to closure.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until January 13, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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We are now looking for a Senior Post-Silicon Validation Engineer to join our team! NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over the past two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 fueled the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. This position offers the opportunity to have real impact in a multidimensional, technology-focused company impacting product lines ranging from consumer graphics to self-driving cars and the growing field of artificial intelligence. We have crafted an outstanding team of people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the platform for the future of computing. This is a dynamic team working with innovative, outstanding technology. If you are someone that loves a challenge, come join this complementary team and help move the needle!
What You'll Be Doing
- You'll implement the design the industry’s leading processor for deep learning, gaming, and dedication computing.
- Responsible for validation of features on Silicon using hands-on lab equipment like logic analyzers etc.
- Responsible for understanding the design and implementation, define the validation scope, develop the post-silicon verification infrastructure (Testplans, Tests, Scripts to analyze data), implement test/coverage plans and validate correctness of the design.
- You will be working multi-functionally with ASIC, SW and System teams to accomplish your tasks.
What We Need To See
- BS or MS in EE, ECE, CS or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of meaningful validation experience.
- Exposure to design and verification tools (VCS or equivalent simulation tools, debug tools like Debussy, GDB).
- Experience with bus protocol (e.g. PCI Express, SATA, USB) or interconnect verification is preferred.
- Background with lab equipment, oscilloscopes and logic analyzers is helpful.
- Expertise in Python and/or Perl.
- Strong debugging and analytical skills.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability & desire to work as a standout colleague are a must.
- Proven record to work multi-functionally and drive issues to closure.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD for Level 3, and 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until January 13, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Mid Level Silicon Validation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level silicon validation engineer job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just execution. Highlight validation work where you drove decisions, debugged complex silicon failures, and saw a project through from test plan to sign-off. Tailor your resume to show depth in a specific area, such as power validation, functional coverage, or bring-up, and demonstrate that you work with limited oversight. Hiring managers at this level want engineers who close loops independently.
Which companies hire mid level silicon validation engineers?
Companies hiring mid level silicon validation engineers right now include Qualcomm, Etched, and NVIDIA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from semiconductor manufacturers, fabless chip designers, and large technology firms building custom silicon for compute, networking, and consumer electronics.
Are there remote mid level silicon validation engineer jobs?
Yes, though hardware-dependent lab work limits full remote availability compared to software roles. About 0% of mid level silicon validation engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at companies where lab access is periodic rather than daily. Pure remote openings tend to focus on simulation, coverage analysis, or test infrastructure work that does not require physical silicon.
How do I move up to a mid level silicon validation engineer role?
The move from entry level into mid level comes from accumulating depth and demonstrated ownership over your first few years. Build expertise in a specific validation domain, whether that is power, functional, or system-level testing. Take on debugging assignments that stretch beyond your immediate task list, document your impact clearly, and show that you can run a workstream without constant direction. That combination of specialization and independence is what mid level reads as.
Which industries hire the most mid level silicon validation engineers?
Mid Level silicon validation engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Telecommunications, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they produce or integrate custom chips at scale, requiring engineers who can validate complex silicon with enough experience to work through failure analysis and tape-out timelines without heavy supervision.