Senior Emulation Validation Engineer
Astera LabsSan Jose, California, United States
Posted August 21, 2025
175000 - 195000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Astera Labs is a global leader in purpose-built connectivity solutions for AI and cloud infrastructure. Our Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates PCIe®, CXL®, Ethernet semiconductor-based solutions, and COSMOS software suite to deliver a scalable, customizable architecture. We are innovation leaders, inspired by trusted relationships with hyperscalers and the data center ecosystem, offering flexible and interoperable products.
Job Description
Astera Labs is seeking a Senior Emulation Validation Engineer to validate next-generation SoCs for AI connectivity and cloud infrastructure. This role involves developing and validating SOCs on industry-leading emulation platforms, ensuring functionality and performance before silicon tape-out. Collaboration with various teams is essential to define and execute functional validation plans.
Requirements
- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in pre-silicon validation (Palladium and/or Zebu)
- Strong hands-on experience in running and debugging SOC simulation and emulation platforms
- Proficiency in programming and scripting languages (System Verilog, C/C++, Python)
- Strong debugging and analytical skills
- Experience in PCIe switch architectures, networking engine/packet processors, SOC peripheral protocols (plus)