Validation DevOps Engineer

Role description

Validation Dev Ops Engineer

Lead I - Dev Ops Engineering

Who We Are:

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UST is seeking a Validation Dev Ops Engineer with strong Python and Dev Ops expertise to support semiconductor product validation workflows. The engineer will drive automation, maintain CI/CD pipelines, manage test infrastructure, and collaborate with validation and development teams to improve platform testing efficiency and reliability.

• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure Dev Ops or Jenkins for hardware and firmware validation
• Automate test workflows using Python for firmware, BIOS, and driver validation tasks
• Support integration of validation test suites into CI environments and ensure stability across builds
• Manage infrastructure for test execution including virtual machines, containers, and lab assets
• Monitor job executions, debug failures, and drive improvements to test pipeline health and coverage
• Work with validation, development, and QA teams to triage bugs and deliver timely resolutions
• Develop dashboards for test metrics, status reporting, and automation health
• Maintain version control workflows using Git; manage branch strategy and release tagging
• Document build/test procedures and contribute to knowledge base for issue resolution
• Collaborate in a fast-paced Agile environment and drive continuous improvement

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

• Strong proficiency in Python scripting for test automation and orchestration
• Hands-on experience with Azure Dev Ops, Jenkins, or similar CI/CD tools
• Familiarity with semiconductor validation workflows (BIOS, firmware, hardware bring-up)
• Experience working in both Windows and Linux environments
• Git-based source control experience with code branching and merge strategies
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Desired

Skills:

• Familiarity with YAML, Docker, and container-based deployment
• Experience working with Azure cloud infrastructure
• Exposure to Robot Framework, PyTest, or other test frameworks
• Understanding of system buses (PCIe, USB, I2C) and hardware interfaces
• Knowledge of Jira, Confluence, or equivalent tracking tools

Qualification:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics, or related field
• 8 years of experience in validation automation or Dev Ops engineering in a semiconductor environment

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.

Role

Location:

Remote

Compensation Range
: $78,000-$117,000

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 vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits.

Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.

Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.

Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company s 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Part-time temporary…