ASIC Validation Automation Expert

16 month contract assignment with healthcare semiconductor vendor. Looking for an experienced engineer to set-up a test environment from defining and executing a validation strategy of an SoC. Defining and improving the test environment EDA tools SW scripts etc and quality control.

Very likely to extend for a further 6 months.

Tasks:

- You will be responsible for the definition, implementation and execution of the validation strategy of the system-on-chip in close cooperation with the IC- & SW- Architect and the product engineer in order to ensure that the products are:
- Performing according to the specifications
- Operating within regulations/standards
- Delivered with the right quality.
- Translate the system/module specification into an adequate Validation plan that meets the targeted Validation coverage.
- Define/improve the validation environment and infrastructure for either EDA Tools, Hardware (PCB's), Software (Scripts) and Equipment.
- You will be technically responsible for a qualitative implementation of the required test cases, from module level up to use case level.
- You report to the IC Architect and Project Manager on the progress with an agreed frequency.

Skills:

- You have a fundamental understanding of IC architectures including digital and analogue interfaces, etc.
- Knowledge and insights in wireless communication systems is a strong asset.
- You have strong experience with state of the art validation methods and tools.

For further information please contact Jason Aitkenhead. €65 to €75 per hour depending on the level of requested skills.