Senior Engineer II-Validation

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!Job DescriptionMicrochip Technology Inc. has a Senior Engineer II–Validation opening based in Austin, TX, Chandler, AZ, or Hauppauge, NY. This role is part of the USB, Ethernet, and Networking Validation Team, responsible for validation of advanced connectivity products such as Ethernet PHYs, Ethernet switches, USB 3.2 hubs, and PCI Express devices, operating at data rates exceeding 25Gbps.The successful candidate will act as a technical leader in validation scoping, execution, debug, and results analysis, working closely with Design Engineering, Verification Engineering, Applications Engineering, Product Marketing, and Field teams to ensure high quality, production ready silicon.ResponsibilitiesDrive validation scoping by reviewing architecture specifications, datasheets, verification plans, and customer usage models to identify validation risks and coverage gapsLead development, ownership, and execution of validation strategies and test plans aligned with product requirements and market needsServe as a cross functional validation interface, collaborating closely with:Design EngineeringVerification EngineeringApplications EngineeringProduct Marketing and Product EngineeringPerform and lead lab based validation, including Design bring up, characterization, and interoperability testing for high speed connectivity devicesProvide hands on hardware support for validation, including:Review and contribution to validation board designsBoard bring up and system level debugDebug of power, clocking, reset, and high speed interface issuesDefine, track, and prioritize validation activities based on technical risk, customer impact, and program schedulesOwn and drive JIRA based debug workflows, including:Logging, triaging, and prioritizing validation issuesLeading cross functional debug and root cause discussionsTracking fixes, re validation, and closureReview, analyze, and clearly communicate validation results, debug findings, and recommendations to project and management stakeholdersSupport customer issue reproduction and escalations by collaborating with Applications and Field Engineering teamsMentor junior validation engineersContribute to continuous improvement of validation processes, metrics, and best practicesRequirements/QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline7.5+ years of experience in validation, test, or system level debug of complex ICs or connectivity productsStrong experience defining validation scope from specifications, verification collateral, and customer usage modelsHands on hardware experience, including:PCB bring up and debuggingUnderstanding of power delivery, clocking, reset sequencing, and signal integrity fundamentalsProficient use of electronics lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzersDemonstrated ability to independently drive debug, prioritize issues, and manage multiple deliverablesExperience using JIRA or similar issue tracking systems for debugging, prioritization, and closureStrong verbal and written communication skills for technical reviews, validation reports, and cross functional collaborationSelf motivated, well organized, and effective in a collaborative, cross functional team environmentPreferred QualificationsUnderstanding of high speed connectivity protocols:EthernetUSB (USB 2.0 / USB 3.x)PCI ExpressExperience reviewing schematics and layouts for silicon validation or reference boardsPython based automation for validation, data analysis, or lab equipment controlExposure to IC device characterization and silicon performance analysisExperience supporting customer escalations involving system level and silicon interaction issuesTravel Time0% - 25%Physical AttributesFeeling, Hearing, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around OthersPhysical Requirements10% Standing, 10% Walking, 80% Sitting, 100% Inside-MF 8-5PMPay RangeWe offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:Benefits of working at MicrochipThe annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $70,304 - $205,000.*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.