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Silicon Validation Engineer 3

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Beaverton, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 8/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/9/2026
job summary:

We are seeking a skilled Silicon Validation Engineer 3 to join our team in running, triaging, and maintaining silicon system regressions. In this role, you will work closely on cutting-edge Compute SoC architectures that directly power global Cloud infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity to perform deep technical analysis, stress testing, and functional debugging within a state-of-the-art hardware lab environment.

location: Hillsboro, Oregon

job type: Contract

salary: $59.02 - 69.02 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

  • Execute and manage silicon system regression cycles, and compile analytical reports detailing execution results.
  • Develop, write, and execute validation test plans targeting functional, electrical, and power/performance features of the SoC.
  • Isolate, triage, and debug hardware, software, and firmware anomalies using advanced debugging utilities and lab instrumentation.
  • Review, validate, and collaborate on system-level updates initiated by cross-functional development teams.

qualifications:

Minimum 3 years of direct, engineering-level experience in silicon validation, testing, or hardware debugging.

Strong engineering and validation knowledge of high-speed IO interfaces, including PCIe, CXL, IO, and End Points (network/storage).

Proficient scripting capabilities in industry-standard languages, specifically Python, C, or C .

Hands-on experience with electrical validation principles and hardware lab tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, or BERT.

Ability to work full-time onsite (5 days per week) in a specialized laboratory facility in Hillsboro, OR.

Role is subject to export controls and requires valid verification of citizenship status.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related STEM discipline.

Foundational familiarity with Verilog description language and board-level schematic reviews.

In-depth understanding of computer architecture, CPU/SoC validation principles, and power management or BIOS/FW integration.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Salary : $59 - $69

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