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# Engineer II - System Validation Design

- **Company:** Microchip Technology
- **Location:** Roseville, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $70,304.0 - $143,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, IBM System I, Automation of Tests, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, RAID, Serial ATA, Firmware, Interoperability, Python (Programming Language), Unix Shell, Multiprocessing, PCI Express, SAS (Software), Shell Script, Verification and Validation (Software), System on a Chip, System Testing, Diagnostic Tools, Scripting, Real Time Systems, Storage Technologies, Information Technology, BeanShell, Nvme
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18642111/Engineer-Ii-System-Validation-Design-California-Roseville

## About the Role

* BS in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
 * 2.5 - 5 years of relevant work experience.
 * Experience with or knowledge of Java and C, plus at least one scripting language such as Python, Linux shell, or BeanShell.
 * Knowledge of key components and architectures used in server and storage solutions.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Strong written and verbal communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
 * Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies.

Desired Qualifications

 * Experience working with Linux and Windows environments and file-system structures.
 * Experience with RAID HBAs, SAS, or NVMe controllers and associated software validation strategies.
 * Experience validating storage protocols such as SAS, SATA, and NVMe.
 * Experience with PCIe protocols and infrastructure.
 * Knowledge of computer system I/O hierarchies and interconnects.

## Description

As an Engineer II - System Validation Design, you will join a team of highly skilled technical professionals validating state-of-the-art System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions that integrate embedded processors, real-time firmware, Linux and Windows drivers, and customer-facing tools. You will contribute to test planning, test development, automation, execution, and debugging in a highly automated validation environment.
Key Responsibilities

 * Design, build, and debug system-level hardware, firmware, drivers, and software used to validate leading-edge integrated circuits in their intended applications.
 * Develop test automation using in-house tools, Java, BeanShell, and shell scripting.
 * Develop, execute, and document test cases that validate SoC solution functionality, including:
 + Basic and advanced features
 + Performance
 + Error injection and recovery
 + Multi-OS support
 + Interoperability
 + Scalability
 * Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in embedded, multi-core, real-time systems.
 * Use logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, and other advanced diagnostic tools to isolate failures.
 * Use test and defect tracking tools to document validation progress, defects, and product quality.
 * Create and manage system validation test schedules and drive their execution.
 * Isolate and resolve complex software and firmware issues in embedded real-time systems.
 * Clearly present technical findings and recommendations to engineering teams.