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Micron

Staff Engineer, SSD Validation

Longmont, CO

$121K - $207K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field * 5+ years of experience in SSD, storage, or semiconductor validation with deep knowledge of NVMe and PCIe ...

Lorven Technologies, Inc.

$191K/yr

The Person: We're on the lookout for an Engineer with strong experience in semiconductor validation and hardware/software co-debug. Ideal candidates will have worked on advanced SoC designs and ...

S3 Staffing USA

The Person: We're on the lookout for an Engineer with strong experience in semiconductor validation and hardware/software co-debug. Ideal candidates will have worked on advanced SoC designs and ...

Marvell

Staff Mechanical Design Engineer

Irvine, CA

Own mechanical design and CAD development of test sockets, thermal heads, pedestals, handler design and loading mechanisms for highpower semiconductor validation platforms * Participate in tolerance ...

Renesas Electronics

Validation Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

You will be responsible for fully validating blocks or sections of blocks against the plan as set ... Knowledge of production flows in the semiconductor related industry * System, hardware, and mixed ...

Renesas Electronics

Validation Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

You will be responsible for fully validating blocks or sections of blocks against the plan as set ... Knowledge of production flows in the semiconductor related industry * System, hardware, and mixed ...

Renesas Electronics

Validation Engineer

Austin, TX

You will be responsible for fully validating blocks or sections of blocks against the plan as set ... Knowledge of production flows in the semiconductor related industry * System, hardware, and mixed ...

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How much do semiconductor validation jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for semiconductor validation in the United States is $52.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.42 and $63.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Semiconductor Validation vs Semiconductor Test Engineer?

AspectSemiconductor ValidationSemiconductor Test Engineer
Primary FocusVerifying chip functionality and performance through comprehensive testing and validation processesDesigning and executing tests to ensure semiconductor devices meet specifications during production
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, R&D centers, and validation labsManufacturing facilities and test floors
Required SkillsHardware/software testing, scripting, debugging, knowledge of chip architectureTest equipment operation, automation, data analysis, troubleshooting
Industry UsageUsed in R&D and product development phasesPrimarily in manufacturing and quality assurance

Semiconductor Validation and Semiconductor Test Engineer roles overlap in testing skills and industry environment but differ in focus. Validation emphasizes verifying chip functionality during development, while Test Engineering concentrates on production testing to ensure quality. Both roles are essential in the semiconductor industry, often working closely to bring reliable products to market.

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Infographic showing various Semiconductor Validation job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 98% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,152 per year, or $52 per hour.
Principal Engineer, Silicon Validation

Principal Engineer, Silicon Validation

Ayar Labs

San Jose, CA • On-site

$200K - $255K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Principal Engineer, Silicon Validation
Location: San Jose (on-site)
Ayar Labs is shattering AI data bottlenecks by moving data at the speed of light. As pioneers of co-packaged optics (CPO), we are using light instead of electricity to move data faster, further, and with a fraction of the energy needed to fuel the explosive growth of AI models.
Backed by industry giants like NVIDIA, AMD, MediaTek and Intel and manufactured in partnership with the world's leading semiconductor ecosystem, Ayar Labs' co-packaged optics solution is key to unleashing next-generation AI scale-up architectures.
In this role, you will lead the silicon validation of our optical chiplets. You will define and drive the validation strategy from initial silicon power-on through block and chip level signoff. This is a rare opportunity to apply deep expertise in high-speed SerDes, photonic systems, and post-silicon validation to shape the future of optical interconnect for next-generation AI infrastructure.
Essential Functions:
  • Lead Validation Strategy: Define and implement comprehensive validation methodologies for our electronic-photonic SoCs, covering initial bringup, functional validation, electrical characterization, and system-level testing. Develop detailed test plans, success criteria, and select appropriate test equipment and methodologies.
  • Drive Silicon Bring-up: Lead first silicon power-on and bringup for new tape-outs, collaborating with firmware and design teams to establish operating conditions and validate core functionality from day one.
  • Own Block and System Validation: Execute rigorous post-silicon validation of SerDes interfaces, optical control loops, and mixed-signal blocks using industry-standard lab equipment (BERT, DCA, oscilloscopes, OSA, VNA).
  • Apply Standards and Best Practices: Draw on industry standards (IEEE, OIF, JEDEC, Ethernet/Optical MSA specs) and semiconductor validation best practices to establish rigorous validation targets, coverage objectives, and signoff criteria.
  • Root Cause and Debug: Investigate and drive to closure all silicon failure modes, from signal integrity issues to mixed-signal anomalies, using systematic debug methodologies and close collaboration with design and firmware teams.
  • Mentor and Lead: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to senior and junior validation engineers; guide the team's technical execution.
  • Deliver High Quality Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive validation reports, signoff packages, and product performance documentation.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or Master's degree with 7+ years of experience.
  • Demonstrated leadership in post-silicon validation for complex SoCs or multi-chip packages, including first silicon bringup and full signoff.
  • Hands-on expertise with high-speed SerDes validation and characterization (NRZ and PAM-4) using equipment such as BERTs, oscilloscopes/DCAs, and network analyzers.
  • Strong proficiency in Python for lab automation, data analysis, and test infrastructure development.
  • Experience developing and owning validation test plans end-to-end.
  • Deep understanding of communication protocols and standards (Ethernet, PCIe, etc.).
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to drive cross-functional technical alignment.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • MSEE or equivalent
  • Familiarity with optical transceiver standards and co-packaged optics integration challenges.
  • Knowledge of high-speed standards: Ethernet (200G/400G/800G), PCIe Gen5/6, OIF CEI.
  • Experience driving NPI and transition from lab validation to manufacturing test.

Salary Range: $200,000 - $255,000
NOTE TO RECRUITERS:
Principals only. We are not accepting resumes from recruiters for this position. Remuneration for recruiting activities is only applicable subject to a signed and executed agreement between the parties. Please don't send candidates to Ayar Labs, and do not contact our managers.
Ayar Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is strongly committed to all policies which will afford equal opportunity employment to all qualified persons without regard to age, sex, national origin, race, color, ethnicity, creed, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is the policy of Ayar Labs to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Veterans are more than welcome and encouraged to apply.

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