Automated Functional Validation Engineer (Temporary position)

Job Details

Job Description

Join Intel's dynamic engineering organization focused on delivering world-class semiconductor solutions. Our group works collaboratively across architecture, design, verification, and manufacturing teams to drive advancements in validation processes and tools. By leveraging automation and innovative methodologies, we support Intel's commitment to delivering high-quality and reliable products that empower global technology trends.

As an Automated Functional Validation Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing validation processes and ensuring the functional integrity of Intel's cutting-edge hardware SoC. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include developing, enabling, and continuously improving validation tools and automation methodologies.

By creating end-to-end validation infrastructure and automating execution, you'll drive efficiency and enhance the quality of validation. Your contributions will directly impact the reliability and performance of semiconductor solutions essential to Intel's innovation.

Please note that this is a temporary position with an expected duration of 1year, and potentially up to 2 years.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to

• Develop, enable, and optimize functional validation testing tools and methodologies.
• Write automation scripts to execute validation content and streamline testing processes.
• Collect, store, and visualize data in centralized locations to enhance decision-making.
• Define and enhance automation tools to assess hardware health under various conditions.
• Participate in debugging efforts to identify root causes of platform HW, firmware, and silicon issues.
• Collaborate across validation teams to improve lifecycle efficiency.
• Develop and deploy CI/CD solutions for system testing with the latest software stack.
• Deliver optimizations for high-value items through automation and tool development.

The ideal candidate should show the following behavioral traits

• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to engage across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications, you must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position:

• Bachelor's or BS degree in a relevant field (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science).

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in:

  • Validation automation, scripting, and debugging processes.
  • Proficiency in Python for automation script development.
  • Familiarity with system architecture and SoC microarchitecture.
  • Strong skills in root cause analysis and hardware validation.

• Advanced English level.

Must have unrestricted - permanent right to work in Mexico (this position is not eligible for employment-based visa/immigration sponsorship).

Preferred Qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

• Master's or PhD in a related field with 2+ years of experience.
• Experience deploying CI/CD solutions in a testing environment.
• Expertise in post-silicon validation and debugging techniques.

Job Type

Intel Contract Employee

Shift

Shift 1 (Mexico)

Primary Location

Mexico, Guadalajara

Additional Locations

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.