Principal System Validation Engineer at Astera Labs

India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Semiconductors, AI Infrastructure, Data CenterIndustries

Requirements

Strong academic and technical background in Electrical or Computer Engineering (Bachelor’s required, Master’s preferred)
≥8 years' experience supporting or developing complex SoC/silicon products for Server, Storage, and/or Networking applications
Basic understanding of x86/ARM architecture, UEFI/Linux boot sequence
Professional attitude with the ability to prioritize a dynamic list of multiple tasks, plan and prepare for customer/internal meetings in advance, and work with minimal guidance and supervision
Entrepreneurial, open-minded behavior and can-do attitude, thinking and acting with the customer in mind
Hands-on, thorough knowledge of high-speed protocols like CXL, PCIe, NVMe, or Ethernet
Experience with Silicon/System bring-up, validation, and debug, including in customer systems
Strong background in developing bench automation techniques, especially using Python, with emphasis on execution efficiency, repeatability, data analysis, and reporting
Experience with lab equipment including protocol analyzers, in-circuit debuggers, and CPU-based tool suites
Preferred experience
Working knowledge of C or C++ for embedded FW and device drivers
Working knowledge of SerDes architecture including Tx/Rx equalization, adaptation, CDR, block level requirements, and SerDes link jitter budget (PAM4 SerDes experience a huge bonus)
Familiarity with PCIe compliance standards and ability to follow and be involved in compliance consortiums to adapt tests for X86/ARM based platforms
Knowledge of schematic capture and PCB layout tools from Cadence Allegro, Altium, etc
Knowledge of simulation tools such as Keysight ADS, Mathworks QCD, etc. for IBIS-AMI analysis

Responsibilities

Develop and perform system validation tests using leading-edge Data Center equipment and scalable automation platforms
Understand the performance and functionality requirements Astera Labs’ ICs must deliver to enable customers developing Data Center systems using connectivity products for AI and ML applications
Formulate a comprehensive validation plan
Automate the testing of ICs and board products in a data-centric manner
Design experiments to root-cause unexpected behavior
Report results and specification compliance in an automated fashion
Work with key customers directly to understand their care-abouts and highlight the unique capabilities and performance of Astera Labs’ solutions

Skills

System Validation

SoC

x86

ARM

UEFI

Linux

CXL

PCIe

Ethernet

Automation

Data Center

Machine Learning

Astera Labs

Semiconductor connectivity solutions for AI infrastructure

About Astera Labs

Astera Labs provides semiconductor-based connectivity solutions aimed at improving the performance of cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. Their products, which include PCIe, CXL, and Ethernet solutions, are designed to facilitate high-speed data transfer, addressing the 'memory wall' issue that can limit computing performance. The company serves clients in the growing cloud AI market, including data centers and businesses that depend on AI and cloud applications. Unlike many competitors, Astera Labs has been recognized for its contributions to the semiconductor industry, being a finalist for the Global Semiconductor Alliance's Most Respected Private Semiconductor Company award. The goal of Astera Labs is to enhance the efficiency and speed of data transfer in modern computing environments, positioning itself as a leader in the semiconductor sector.

Santa Clara, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$200.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Hardware, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

201-500Employees

Risks

Rapid office expansion could lead to financial strain if growth in demand falters.

Foray into biotechnology may divert resources from core semiconductor business.

Reliance on Nvidia partnership poses risk if strategic focus shifts or partnership disrupts.

Differentiation

Astera Labs offers the industry's first PCIe 6 switch, Scorpio, for AI infrastructure.

The company focuses on overcoming the 'memory wall' in high-speed data transfer solutions.

Astera Labs integrates AI with biotechnology, diversifying beyond traditional semiconductor applications.

Upsides

Astera Labs' relocation to San Jose triples its operational capacity and talent acquisition.

Strategic partnership with Nvidia enhances Astera Labs' credibility in AI and semiconductor markets.

Recent investments from major financial entities indicate strong investor confidence in growth.

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