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Senior Electrical Design Validation Engineer

Capgemini
Capgemini Salary
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Location is Onsite in San Jose CA

About The Job You Are Considering

We are looking for an Electrical Design Validation Engineer who will work on board bring up and high speed interfaces such as PCIe, USB, Ethernet, and high speed serial test equipment.

Your Role

  • Test and bring up FPGA and CPU based boards and systems
  • Review system specification documents covering architecture, electrical design, power delivery, thermal, and mechanical requirements
  • Work closely with in house board design teams and external contractors to guide and review schematic, layout, thermal, and mechanical designs
  • Collaborate with software teams to support firmware and tools development
  • Research and select electronic components, read datasheets and application notes, and work with third party partners and vendors to ensure selected devices meet requirements.

Your Skills And Experience

  • Must have hands on experience in board bring up and debugging, functional verification, and manufacturing support
  • Highly experienced in hardware bring up and debugging using test equipment such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes; basic soldering skills required
  • High speed interfaces such as PCIe, USB, Ethernet, and high speed serial
  • Low speed interfaces such as UART, SPI, I2C, and JTAG
  • Power system design
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Electronics, or Computer Science, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in hardware design and bring up.
  • Experienced in defining system specifications for hardware systems and creating and executing test plans
  • Proficient with schematic and layout tools (OrCAD, Allegro), SI, and thermal analysis
  • Strong innovation, critical thinking, and troubleshooting skills
  • Proficient written, verbal, negotiation, and communication skills

Preferred Experience

  • Familiarity with Open Compute Project standards and specifications
  • x86 platform architecture
  • Linux kernel and drivers
  • C/C , Verilog, TCL, Python
  • Xilinx FPGAs and tools

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is $86,900 - $203,800 / year

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Benefits

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

  • Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
  • Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.

Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant in the United States. http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-law

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.

Salary : $86,900 - $203,800

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