CPU Silicon Validation Lead
Job Summary
Job Description
This role involves leading the validation of Google's custom silicon. Responsibilities include developing and executing comprehensive validation plans covering functional, performance, power, and reliability; designing and building scalable validation test infrastructure using emulation and/or FPGA platforms; leading debugging and resolution of complex silicon issues; analyzing validation data to identify trends and improvements; and building and mentoring a high-performing team of silicon validation engineers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in silicon validation methodologies, tools, and techniques, and strong leadership and communication skills. The position contributes to the innovation behind Google's direct-to-consumer products and shapes the next generation of hardware experiences.
Must have:
- 8+ years in silicon validation
- Team leadership experience
- Silicon validation methodologies expertise
- Hardware setup and automation
- Debugging and problem-solving skills
Good to have:
- FPGA prototyping experience
- Hardware emulation (ZeBu, Palladium, Veloce)
- Cloud computing knowledge
- Verilog/VHDL, UVM, SystemVerilog familiarity
7 skills required
Job Details
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in silicon validation or a related field.
- Experience in leading technical teams and build cross-functional relationships.
- Experience in silicon validation methodologies, tools, and techniques, including hardware setups, and automation tools on Emulation or FPGA platforms.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience with Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) prototyping, Hardware Emulation (ZeBu Server, Palladium, Veloce), or simulation platforms.
- Knowledge of cloud computing technologies and architectures, including data centers, networking, and storage.
- Familiarity with hardware description languages (e.g., Verilog, VHDL) and hardware verification methodologies (e.g., UVM, SystemVerilog).
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
About the job
Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.
The ML, Systems, & Cloud AI (MSCA) organization at Google designs, implements, and manages the hardware, software, machine learning, and systems infrastructure for all Google services (Search, YouTube, etc.) and Google Cloud. Our end users are Googlers, Cloud customers and the billions of people who use Google services around the world.
We prioritize security, efficiency, and reliability across everything we do - from developing our latest TPUs to running a global network, while driving towards shaping the future of hyperscale computing. Our global impact spans software and hardware, including Google Cloud’s Vertex AI, the leading AI platform for bringing Gemini models to enterprise customers.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive validation plans for Google's custom silicon, covering functional, performance, power, and reliability aspects.
- Design and build scalable validation test infrastructure, including hardware setups, software frameworks, and automation tools on Emulation and/or FPGA platforms.
- Lead the debugging and resolution of complex silicon issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams such as design, architecture, software, and firmware.
- Analyze validation data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement in silicon quality and reliability.
- Build and mentor a high-performing team of silicon validation engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.
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