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Nvidia

Lead Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$120K - $158K/yr

We are seeking Lead Post-Silicon Validation Engineer within the GPU Engineering Team to help drive development of future GPUs be used in 3D graphics, deep learning, HPC and automotive markets. Make ...

Apex Systems

Silicon Validation Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$65 - $73/hr

Drive post-silicon bring-up and validation in the lab, running validation suites on first silicon and debugging platform issues. * Root-cause failing post-silicon tests to closure by collecting and ...

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How much do post silicon validation jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for post silicon validation in the United States is $50.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.66 and $61.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is post silicon validation?

Post Silicon Validation is the process of testing and verifying a semiconductor chip’s functionality, performance, and reliability after it has been manufactured. This stage is critical because it helps ensure that the hardware operates as intended in real-world conditions, identifying any issues that may not have been detected during pre-silicon simulation or emulation. Engineers use specialized test setups to validate features, diagnose bugs, and work closely with design teams to resolve any defects. Successful post silicon validation helps ensure product quality and reduces the risk of costly recalls or failures after the chip is released to customers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a post silicon validation engineer?

To thrive as a Post Silicon Validation Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, digital design, and experience with silicon debugging, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with hardware description languages (HDL), lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers), and tools like JTAG, as well as scripting languages such as Python or Perl, is typically required. Attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for diagnosing complex issues and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These skills and qualifications are essential to ensuring that silicon chips meet design specifications and function reliably before mass production.

What are some common challenges faced in post silicon validation, and how can candidates prepare to address them?

Post Silicon Validation engineers often encounter challenges such as debugging complex hardware-software interactions, reproducing intermittent failures, and working with limited documentation or pre-silicon models. To address these, candidates should develop strong problem-solving skills, gain hands-on experience with lab equipment, and become proficient in scripting and automation tools. Collaborating closely with design, firmware, and test teams is also essential to efficiently pinpoint issues and implement solutions, making strong communication skills highly valuable.

What is the difference between Post Silicon Validation vs Silicon Validation Engineer?

AspectPost Silicon ValidationSilicon Validation Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fieldsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields
Work EnvironmentPost-production testing, debugging, and validation on actual silicon chipsPre-silicon testing, simulation, and verification of chip designs
Industry UsagePrimarily after chip fabrication, focusing on real hardwareDuring design phase, before fabrication, focusing on verification
Common Search/ComparisonPost Silicon Validation vs Silicon Validation Engineer

Post Silicon Validation involves testing and validating chips after fabrication to ensure they meet specifications, while Silicon Validation Engineers focus on verifying chip designs before manufacturing. Both roles require similar technical backgrounds but differ in timing, environment, and specific tasks within the chip development lifecycle.

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Infographic showing various Post Silicon Validation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,945 per year, or $50.5 per hour.

Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

AMD (Advanced Micro Devices)

Fort Collins, CO • On-site

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Posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

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27th of 157 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING
At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences-from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you'll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges-striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career.
THE ROLE:
AMD's Cores Organization delivers industry leading CPU's and caches that are the foundation of AMD's server, client, and gaming business. We are looking for an experienced silicon validation engineer to join this innovative team as a technical expert. The candidate will be a key contributor and leader for AMD's next generation cores and caches. The candidate will join the team based in Fort Collins, CO.
THE PERSON:
The candidate should have strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to details. We work on programs with long timelines, so self-motivation and a commitment to meeting deadlines is required. We are pushing the envelope on chip performance, so the status quo must be challenged on every program. This requires creativity, organization, and innovation, but also excellent verbal and written communication skills. We work in small teams, but we are part of a large cross-site Core's organization, so teamwork is also vital our success.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Work in a silicon lab helping to creatively solve challenging problems
  • Set up hardware systems to enable at-speed testing and debug
  • Based on thorough understanding of the design architecture, develop, run, and debug x86 software to validate functionality and testability operation of the microprocessor design, leveraging programming and scripting skills
  • Drive project deliverables/dependencies with cross-discipline/site RTL, DFT and Implementation design teams along with product manufacturing teams
  • Solve design and tool problems requiring ground-breaking approaches and champion innovation across the organization
  • Create technical presentations for peers and management

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Prior experience with validation of microprocessors/ASIC hardware in a lab setting
  • Proven programming proficiency in x86 assembly, C/C++, Perl, Ruby and Python languages along with strong logic simulation competence
  • Knowledge of Verilog HDL and System Verilog
  • Demonstrated solid understanding of modern computer architecture

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • BS/MS in EE, CS, CSE (or similar) preferred

LOCATION: Fort Collins, Colorado, USA
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's "Responsible AI Policy" is available here.
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