Kerja Sepenuh Masa, Principal PCIe Validation Engineer di Ambition - Maukerja

Our client in the semiconductor industry is looking for a highly experienced PCI Express (PCIe) Validation Expert to lead pre- and post-silicon validation efforts for next-generation high-speed storage accelerators.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and drive PCIe validation strategy and execution across pre-silicon and post-silicon phases
• Define comprehensive validation coverage plans across protocol, link, PHY, power management, and compliance scenarios
• Lead PCIe link bring-up, training, and tuning across multiple generations (Gen3/4/5/6)
• Perform deep debugging using protocol analyzers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
• Drive PCI-SIG compliance testing, including both electrical and protocol validation
• Ensure interoperability with server CPUs and platforms from leading industry vendors
• Develop and enhance automation frameworks using Python, C/C++ to improve validation efficiency and scalability
• Own and manage Functional Circuit Test (FCT) and In-Circuit Test (ICT) processes
• Lead RMA analysis, working closely with customers and manufacturing teams to resolve board-level issues
• Collaborate closely with Architecture, Design, Software, and Signal Integrity teams
• Coordinate test program development and automation script execution
• Mentor and coach junior engineering staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related field
• At least 10 years of experience in silicon or system validation with a strong focus on PCIe
• Proven experience in system validation for complex SoC environments
• Deep understanding of the PCIe protocol stack (Transaction, Data Link, and Physical layers), including link training, equalization, and power management
• Strong hands-on experience with PCIe analyzers, oscilloscopes, and signal integrity tools
• Expertise in hardware/software co-debugging and complex system issue resolution
• Experience with high-speed SerDes tuning and validation methodologies
• Hands-on experience in system board bring-up, design debugging, and lab equipment usage
• Solid understanding of high-speed interface system/electrical validation
• Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages (e.g., Python) for test automation
• Strong problem-solving skills with a structured, methodical approach

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth expertise in PCIe Gen3/Gen4/Gen5 (Gen6 is a plus)
• Experience in storage and/or networking domains
• Knowledge of data compression and cryptographic algorithms