Pre-Silicon Validation Engineer

Pre-Silicon Validation Engineer Associate II
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Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.

Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world. UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.

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UST is searching for a Pre-Si validation Engineer to test client platforms. Your primary role is to use your deep industry knowledge and validation skills to test/triage & debug issues.

• Execute Pre-Si Validation using emulation tools like Simics
• Test computer platforms and sub-systems
• Triage and debug issues, filing bugs accurately
• Take ownership of bugs and follow them through to closure
• Enable new features on Platform and OS
• Collaborate with clients on platform validation
• Adapt to changing requirements and move between projects as needed
• Create and manage test content and test cases
• Support ongoing platform validation and quality assurance

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

• Deep understanding of PC architecture (motherboard, PCIe, USB, USB-C, TBT, SATA, PCH, ICH, BIOS, UEFI, RAM, CPU, GPU)
• Good understanding of system power states (ACPI – S-states, C-states, D-states)
• Testing experience with subsystems (Audio, Camera, Multimedia, WiFi, Bluetooth, WiGig, sensors)
• Proficiency with RDP, KVM, Putty/tShell
• Understanding of Windows OS and its features
• Manual and automation validation experience
• HLK testing experience
• Test content creation and test case management
• Strong analytical and debugging skills
• Bug lifecycle and management tools knowledge (Jira, HSD, VSO)
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently with clients
• Ability to identify and resolve issues
• Experience:
• 2-4 years of Platform debug experience with BIOS/FW/platform ingredients
• Pre-Si validation environment experience
• Platform/OS troubleshooting and triage experience
• Nice to Have:
• Test automation using Python, Power Shell, or C#
• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.

$56,000-$84,000

Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and…