Validation Engineer

Validation Engineer

Location:

Bristol, UK. (onsite/hybrid). 6‑month contract with extension possible.

At Dabster, we specialize in connecting engineering talent. We’re currently seeking an experienced SoC Functional Validation Engineer to support our semiconductor client. The role involves functional validation and bring‑up of advanced SoC platforms across pre‑silicon and post‑silicon environments.

• Perform functional validation of new SoC designs featuring high‑end ARM processors.
• Execute SoC bring‑up and validation of key interfaces including LPDDR, Ethernet, PCIe, HBM, CPUs and Coherent Mesh, low‑speed IOs (UART, I2C, I3C, SPI).
• Develop and execute bare‑metal C test cases
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• Debug and validate designs using FPGA HAPS/Zebu emulation platforms and silicon‑based target hardware.
• Design and implement test infrastructure to support SoC validation activities.
• Collaborate with Architects, RTL Verification, Electrical Testing & Characterization, and Production Firmware teams throughout the validation lifecycle.
• Strong proficiency in Embedded C programming.
• Hands‑on experience with ARM high‑end CPUs and cache‑coherent interconnect protocols.
• Experience with high‑speed interfaces such as LPDDR5, HBM
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• Proven experience in pre‑silicon and post‑silicon SoC validation environments.
• Python scripting for automation and test support.
• Experience with Silicon SoC bring‑up.
• Development of high‑speed interface device drivers.

• Candidates must provide a self‑rating for the required technical skills.
• Clearly mention relevant projects aligned with this role and responsibilities.

• Challenging work on cutting‑edge SoC validation programs.
• Flexible location: UK and European candidates with travel flexibility.
• 6‑month contract with strong potential for extension.
• High‑impact role on next‑generation ARM‑based SoC platforms.

• One or two rounds of technical interviews.
• A final project or stakeholder discussion, if required.

If you are an experienced SoC Functional Validation Engineer with strong ARM and high‑speed interface validation experience, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your updated resume with self‑ratings and relevant project details via Linked In or email.
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