Cisco · 2 weeks ago
SW Post-Silicon Validation Engineer
San Jose, California, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$136K/yr - $193K/yr
3+ years expCisco is a leading networking company looking for a Post-Silicon Validation Engineer to join their Post-Silicon Validation Team. The role involves executing validation plans, developing test procedures, and assisting with debugging activities for networking ASICs, providing hands-on exposure to networking technologies.
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Responsibilities
Execute post-silicon validation tests on networking ASICs
Assist with silicon bring-up and feature validation in lab environments
Run functional, performance, and stress tests
Collect and analyze test results, logs, and failure data
Develop and maintain validation tests and scripts in C/C++ and Python
Modify existing diagnostics and test frameworks to add new coverage
Automate test execution, result collection, and reporting
Support regression testing and continuous validation environments
Assist in debugging hardware and software issues using standard tools
Analyze packet traces, logs, and counters to help identify issues
Reproduce failures and provide clear data to senior engineers
Learn to distinguish between silicon, firmware, and software defects
Validate basic networking functionality such as connectivity, packet forwarding, and traffic handling
Assist with testing of MAC/PHY, SerDes and other high-speed interfaces
Learn data plane and control plane concepts through hands-on testing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Minimum 3 years of experience (internship or academic project experience acceptable)
Programming experience in C or C++
Fundamental scripting experience in Python or similar languages
Fundamental understanding of computer architecture and embedded systems
Basic knowledge of networking concepts (Ethernet, TCP/IP fundamentals)
Preferred
Academic or internship experience with hardware validation, embedded software, or networking
Exposure to Linux, device drivers, or embedded OS environments
Familiarity with lab equipment or debug tools (JTAG, logic analyzers, packet analyzers)
Debug experience with: DDR5, USB3.0, SGMII, PCIe Gen3, USB2.0, eMMC, SPI, MDIO, I2C, UART
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Flexible vacation time off program
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
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