Validation Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced System Validation Engineer to join a team responsible for the integration, bring-up, and validation of next-generation System-on-Chip (SoC) products used in data center, storage, and high-performance computing environments.

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex technical challenges, working hands-on with cutting-edge hardware and software, and developing innovative validation solutions. You will work closely with design, firmware, software, verification, and hardware teams to ensure products meet functional, performance, and industry standards requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain validation infrastructure, including:
  • Prototype boards
  • FPGAs
  • Embedded software
  • Device drivers
  • Test bench scripts
• Develop block, subsystem, and system-level validation tests and automation frameworks.
• Integrate prototype SoC hardware and firmware into complete system-level solutions.
• Design, execute, and document comprehensive validation plans and test coverage.
• Run complex validation and debug activities in laboratory environments.
• Investigate, isolate, and resolve hardware, firmware, and system-level issues.
• Capture, analyze, and troubleshoot protocol traces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to identify and resolve product defects.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Support both pre-silicon and post-silicon validation activities.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in IC and SoC functional validation.
• Prior experience with prototype SoC integration and validation.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills in complex hardware/software environments.
• Experience working with:
  • Prototype ICs
  • Validation boards
  • Hardware infrastructure
  • Laboratory test equipment
• Knowledge of digital systems and computer architecture.
• Strong understanding of data communications and digital design concepts.
• Proficiency in:
  • Python and/or Tcl/Tk scripting
  • C/C++ programming
• Experience developing test plans, validation software, and automation frameworks.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:
  • PCIe
  • SAS/SATA
  • DDR4/DDR5
  • I2C
  • SPI
• Ability to capture, analyze, and interpret protocol traces.
• Experience defining test coverage based on design specifications, feature requirements, and industry standards.
• Knowledge of firmware-based debugging environments.
• Experience working in Linux and Windows environments.
• Familiarity with emulation platforms, FPGAs, and prototype hardware development.

Top Skills

✅ SoC Validation

✅ Debugging & Root Cause Analysis

✅ Test Automation & Scripting

✅ PCIe / SAS / SATA Protocols

✅ Prototype Hardware Integration

✅ Python & C/C++ Development

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience validating complex SoCs, building automated test environments, debugging hardware and firmware issues, and working with high-speed communication protocols. They are highly analytical, thrive in a collaborative engineering environment, and enjoy bringing new technologies from prototype to production.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Roseville, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $100.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Roseville,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.