Asic Validation Engineer

Afterpay

Bay Area, CA, United States
Zone a: $198,000-$297,000 usd; zone b: $188,100-$2...
On-site
4+ years silicon validation experience
Lab environment bench bring-up skills
Python scripting for test automation
Afterpay is seeking an ASIC Validation Engineer to join their team focused on developing innovative bitcoin products. The role involves hands-on work in a lab environment, collaborating with ASIC designers to ensure silicon functionality and performance in mining systems

Job Summary

  • This role bridges the gap between custom mining silicon design and real-world operation through hands-on lab work.
  • The successful candidate will develop test infrastructure, scripts, and tools to enable rapid design iteration and system-level development.
  • Block offers a market-based pay approach with competitive ranges based on location zones and provides comprehensive benefits including remote work options.

Matching Summary

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Afterpay is seeking an ASIC Validation Engineer to join their team focused on developing innovative bitcoin products. The role involves hands-on work in a lab environment, collaborating with ASIC designers to ensure silicon functionality and performance in mining systems.

Salary

Zone A: $198,000-$297,000 USD; Zone B: $188,100-$282,100 USD; Zone C: $178,200-$267,400 USD; Zone D: $168,300-$252,500 USD

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 4+ years silicon validation experience
  • Lab environment bench bring-up skills
  • Python scripting for test automation
  • Debugging ASIC board firmware interactions
  • Digital systems and basic analog concepts

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with early silicon first bring-up
  • Familiarity with SPI I2C JTAG UART interfaces
  • High-performance power-dense system exposure
  • Manufacturing test or ATE experience
  • Data analysis and visualization skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 4+ years of experience in silicon validation or hardware test
  • Strong hands-on lab environment experience

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