ETCHED LLC
Overview
Platform Validation Engineer Lead role at Etched, in West San Jose. Etched is building AI chips that are hard-coded for individual model architectures. Our first product (Sohu) supports transformers with high throughput and low latency. We are a fully in-person team in West San Jose. Job Summary
Etched is seeking a skilled and motivated
Hardware Validation Engineer Lead
to join our team. This role focuses on verifying the functionality of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and ensuring adequate margins for power and all interfaces. The engineer will lead data collection and analysis in the lab to validate hardware performance, support post-silicon characterization, and ensure robust operation across subsystems, including PCI-E and I2C. Representative Projects
PCB Function Verification: Ensure PCB functions meet design specifications and validate critical parameters such as power and signal integrity margins. Lab Data Collection: Gather and analyze lab data to verify margins for power delivery networks, signal integrity, and overall system robustness. Post-Silicon Characterization: Collaborate on post-silicon validation efforts, identify key performance metrics, PVT power and thermal characterization, and ensure alignment with design targets. PCI-E Margin Analysis: Evaluate PCI-E performance and ensure adequate margins for reliable operation, SI / EOM and BER. Debugging & Root Cause Analysis: Identify critical bugs and drive root cause analysis to resolution, collaborating with cross-functional teams as needed. DOE Experiments: Design and execute experiments (DOE) to resolve hardware issues and optimize system performance. Power Validation: Validate power sequencing and ensure critical microcontroller functions are operating correctly, including power efficiency, noise & transient analysis. I2C Bus Characterization: Characterize I2C bus systems to ensure compliance with design specifications. Issue Tracking: Maintain and track hardware PCB issues, documenting findings and communicating with stakeholders. Collaboration: Work with design, firmware, and system engineering teams to ensure end-to-end hardware quality and create a comprehensive validation plan for boards and systems. You may be a good fit if you have
Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. Proven experience in hardware validation, lab testing, and PCB-level debugging. Strong understanding of power and signal integrity principles, including measurement and analysis techniques. Familiarity with PCI-E, I2C, and other hardware interfaces and protocols. Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power supplies. Hands-on experience debugging hardware issues and conducting root cause analysis. Knowledge of power sequencing and microcontroller (uC) systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, scripting languages (e.g. Python, Matlab). Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Base Salary & Benefits
$200,000 - $250,000 Full medical, dental, and vision packages, with generous premium coverage Housing subsidy of $2,000/month for those living within walking distance of the office Daily lunch and dinner in our office Relocation support for those moving to West San Jose Additional compensation types: Annual Bonus, Sign-on bonus, and Stock options. Location & Employment
Etched is based in West San Jose, CA. This is a full-time, in-person role. Note:
This description reflects the current job posting language; any updates will be communicated by the recruiter. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Platform Validation Engineer Lead role at Etched, in West San Jose. Etched is building AI chips that are hard-coded for individual model architectures. Our first product (Sohu) supports transformers with high throughput and low latency. We are a fully in-person team in West San Jose. Job Summary
Etched is seeking a skilled and motivated
Hardware Validation Engineer Lead
to join our team. This role focuses on verifying the functionality of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and ensuring adequate margins for power and all interfaces. The engineer will lead data collection and analysis in the lab to validate hardware performance, support post-silicon characterization, and ensure robust operation across subsystems, including PCI-E and I2C. Representative Projects
PCB Function Verification: Ensure PCB functions meet design specifications and validate critical parameters such as power and signal integrity margins. Lab Data Collection: Gather and analyze lab data to verify margins for power delivery networks, signal integrity, and overall system robustness. Post-Silicon Characterization: Collaborate on post-silicon validation efforts, identify key performance metrics, PVT power and thermal characterization, and ensure alignment with design targets. PCI-E Margin Analysis: Evaluate PCI-E performance and ensure adequate margins for reliable operation, SI / EOM and BER. Debugging & Root Cause Analysis: Identify critical bugs and drive root cause analysis to resolution, collaborating with cross-functional teams as needed. DOE Experiments: Design and execute experiments (DOE) to resolve hardware issues and optimize system performance. Power Validation: Validate power sequencing and ensure critical microcontroller functions are operating correctly, including power efficiency, noise & transient analysis. I2C Bus Characterization: Characterize I2C bus systems to ensure compliance with design specifications. Issue Tracking: Maintain and track hardware PCB issues, documenting findings and communicating with stakeholders. Collaboration: Work with design, firmware, and system engineering teams to ensure end-to-end hardware quality and create a comprehensive validation plan for boards and systems. You may be a good fit if you have
Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. Proven experience in hardware validation, lab testing, and PCB-level debugging. Strong understanding of power and signal integrity principles, including measurement and analysis techniques. Familiarity with PCI-E, I2C, and other hardware interfaces and protocols. Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power supplies. Hands-on experience debugging hardware issues and conducting root cause analysis. Knowledge of power sequencing and microcontroller (uC) systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, scripting languages (e.g. Python, Matlab). Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Base Salary & Benefits
$200,000 - $250,000 Full medical, dental, and vision packages, with generous premium coverage Housing subsidy of $2,000/month for those living within walking distance of the office Daily lunch and dinner in our office Relocation support for those moving to West San Jose Additional compensation types: Annual Bonus, Sign-on bonus, and Stock options. Location & Employment
Etched is based in West San Jose, CA. This is a full-time, in-person role. Note:
This description reflects the current job posting language; any updates will be communicated by the recruiter. #J-18808-Ljbffr