Silicon Validation Engineer

About the role

This role is a hybrid position with an expectation of working 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Job Description

HPE is seeking a Silicon Validation Engineer to support the validation of HPE Slingshot™ ASIC products. The position involves developing and executing chip-level validation tests, primarily using emulator-based environments, and debugging functional, performance, and reliability issues. The engineer works closely with senior validation engineers, architecture, design, and software teams to validate ASIC functionality and improve test coverage across multiple product generations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain chip-level validation tests for HPE Slingshot NIC and switch ASICs, primarily using emulator-based environments.
• Create object-oriented Python test infrastructure and test cases that operate at the operating-system and system-integration level.
• Validate both HPE Slingshot-specific functionality and industry-standard networking protocols.
• Debug functional, performance, and reliability issues uncovered during silicon validation, working closely with design, architecture, firmware, and software teams.
• Contribute to validation planning by identifying coverage gaps and proposing additional test scenarios within assigned areas.
• Support bring-up activities for new ASIC revisions and platforms.
• Document validation results, defects, and lessons learned to improve future validation effectiveness.
• Participate in design reviews, validation reviews, and post-silicon issue triage.

Education And Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Typically 4–8 years of experience in VLSI validation, verification, or related silicon engineering roles.

Preferred Knowledge And Skills

• Experience with emulator-based validation or FPGA-based platforms.
• Familiarity with high-performance NIC or switch ASICs.
• Exposure to HPC or AI system architectures.
• Experience with scripting (e.g., Bash) and test automation.
• Familiarity with industry-standard lossless Ethernet or RDMA-based technologies.

What We Can Offer You

We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits to support your physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. We also provide specific programs to help you reach your career goals. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We strive to be a global team that represents our diverse customer base.

Pay

The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.

• United States of America: Annual Salary USD 111,000 - 211,000 in Colorado // 105,500 - 243,000 in Minnesota & Texas & Wisconsin

The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.

Information About Employee Benefits

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Application Period Closure

The estimated job application period closure is July 31, 2026. This timeline is provided for transparency and internal planning purposes.

EEO Statement

HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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