Senior Silicon Engineer

• As a Silicon Engineer in the Data Processing Unit team, you will be validating silicon to solve complex problems in a datacenter.
• Lead key components of functional validation of complex ASIC SOC using UVM/C test bench
• Perform Pre-Silicon SoC verification, Post-Silicon validation by defining testing strategies
• Work with Cross functional teams, Architecture, Design, Verification, Partner teams for project execution and influence next generation designs
• Develop Test plan, C tests and infrastructure to complete functional validation of complex design and report bug/issues
• Running tests, debugging failures, creating stress and performance scenarios to meet test plan goals
• Actively participate in chip bring up and write test firmware to support various teams
• Innovate to improve validation efficiency through methodologies and tools
• Demonstrate Microsoft core values: Customer Focus, Adaptability, Collaboration, Growth Mindset, Drive for Results, Influence for Impact, Judgement, and Diversity & Inclusion

• 6+ years of related technical engineering experience
  • OR Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience or internship experience
  • OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience or internship experience
  • OR Doctorate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in pre-silicon validation with a proven track record of delivering high performance Network switches/accelarators, Central Processing Unit (CPU), Vector processors and Graphics Processing Unit (GPU’s) or relevant experience.
• Experience in UVM/C verification methodology
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively both independently and in a team. 
   

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Ethernet, TCP/IP, ROCEv2 , MAC/PCS, Networking NIC/Switches.
• Proven track record with the definition and development of complex SoCs. In depth understanding of processors and peripheral interconnect bus protocols and architectures 

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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