Validation DevOps Engineer

Validation Dev Ops Engineer – Lead I – Dev Ops Engineering

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

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, 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. Employees are eligible to participate in the company’s 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching. Medical, dental, and vision insurance are provided to employees and eligible dependents residing in the U.S. Employees may also purchase additional voluntary disability benefits and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, or commuting expenses as allowed under IRS guidelines.

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or performance.