AI SoC Validation / Bring-up Lead

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential AI semiconductor organization developing next-generation system-on-chip solutions for high-performance AI systems. As the AI SoC Validation / Bring-up Lead, you will:

• Define and lead post-silicon validation strategy: Develop the overall post-silicon validation approach for complex AI SoCs, ensuring reliable and timely delivery of validated silicon, architectural correctness, feature robustness, and at-scale system reliability.
• Drive cross-domain debug and issue resolution: Lead investigation and resolution of complex issues spanning silicon, firmware, operating systems, and platform interactions. Ensure fixes are effective and sustainable.
• Promote collaboration and shared understanding: Work closely with design, software, and validation teams to align on quality objectives and debug priorities. Use data-driven insights and clear communication to maintain focus across teams.
• Advance automation and scalable validation: Encourage the use of emulation, prototyping, and large-scale validation infrastructure to improve coverage and reduce time to debug.
• Support continuous improvement: Foster a culture that values learning, transparency, and improvement in validation methods, automation, and analysis.
• Engage with leadership and customers: Provide clear updates on validation progress, risks, and quality indicators to executive teams and key partners. Contribute to product readiness assessments and roadmap decisions.

What We're Looking For

Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent; Master's preferred
• 20+ years in silicon, system, or platform validation, including 10+ years in technical leadership
• Proven experience leading post-silicon validation and bring-up for complex SoCs (AI, GPU, or CPU)
• Strong understanding of SoC architecture, coherency protocols, power management, and interconnects
• Expertise in debug tools, DFT infrastructure, and validation automation frameworks
• Proficient in C/C++, Python, and Linux-based environments
• Experience with large-scale validation clusters is an advantage
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills

Personal attributes:

• A systems thinker comfortable working across hardware, software, and integration boundaries
• A collaborative leader who builds trust and alignment across diverse teams
• Skilled in technical problem solving and debugging complex post-silicon issues
• A clear communicator who can simplify complexity and support sound decision-making in fast-paced environments
• Committed to developing people and promoting an inclusive, high-performing team culture

Location: Bristol or Cambridge, UK. Applicants must hold the right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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• You'll submit your application directly on getajob.ai
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• If there's a strong match, we'll submit your candidacy to our client for consideration
• We'll guide you through each stage of the process and provide support along the way

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Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on experience and qualifications.

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