Highlights
Define and implement production test coverage for SerDes PHY and protocol features (PRBS, loopback, margining, FEC, CDR lock, EQ settings) using on-die BIST/DFT and ATE instrumentation. Required Qualifications: " Hands-on experience developing on leading ATE platforms (e.g., Advantest V93K/AC+, Teradyne UltraFLEX/UltraFLEXplus) including timing sets, DC/AC measurements, and multisite.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | SAN JOSE, CA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1990 |
| Website | http://www.sunrisesys.com/ |
Description
Validation Engineer 3
SAN JOSE, CA
12 months contract
Description: Overview:
We are seeking a senior-level contractor to lead production test development for SoC devices integrating copackaged optics (CPO) SerDes interfaces. This role centers on ATE program development, DFT/BIST enablement, yield/quality optimization, and high-volume manufacturability. Strong understanding of SerDes and protocols such as UCIe and PCIe is required, with emphasis on translating characterization into robust, multisite production tests. Experience with Python-based automation and data analytics is essential; familiarity with AI-assisted tools for test development and data triage is a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
" Own development, integration, and maintenance of wafer sort and final test programs on ATE for SoC SerDes with copackaged optics
"Define and implement production test coverage for SerDes PHY and protocol features (PRBS, loopback, margining, FEC, CDR lock, EQ settings) using on-die BIST/DFT and ATE instrumentation
"Implement and optimize multisite strategies, parallel test execution, guardbanding, and test time reduction while meeting quality and coverage goals
"Correlate bench/char results to ATE: develop golden-unit flows, establish limits, build characterization-to-production handoff, and close gaps
"Integrate DFT features (scan/ATPG, boundary scan, MBIST/LBIST, JTAG) into production flows; manage pattern conversion, timing sets, and pin maps
"Implement UCIe/PCIe-related production checks: link training emulation, LTSSM state verification via firmware or test hooks, compliance counters, and error injection/monitoring
"Build Python-based tooling for ATE control, data parsing, STDF analytics, dashboards, and automated limit updates; integrate with MES/SPC and CI pipelines
"Collaborate with silicon design, firmware, DFT, product engineering, OSAT/probe, and SI teams to resolve issues and qualify ECOs/revisions
"Document test plans, specifications, vector maps, limits, and release notes; train operations teams and support sustaining engineering
Required Qualifications:
" Hands-on experience developing on leading ATE platforms (e.g., Advantest V93K/AC+, Teradyne UltraFLEX/UltraFLEXplus) including timing sets, DC/AC measurements, and multisite
"Strong understanding of SerDes/PHY fundamentals: equalization, CDR, CTLE/DFE, PRBS/BER, margining, jitter/eye constraints, and on-die BIST integration
"Proficiency in Python for automation and data analytics; experience with STDF parsing, visualization, and automated SPC/anomaly detection
"Solid DFT background: scan/ATPG patterns, boundary scan, MBIST/LBIST, JTAG access, pattern formats (WGL/STIL), and pattern bring-up on ATE
"Working knowledge of UCIe and PCIe (Gen5/Gen6 preferred) from a production test perspective: link checks via firmware/test hooks, error counters, and compliance indicators
"Excellent documentation, cross-functional communication, and problem-solving skills
SAN JOSE, CA
12 months contract
Description: Overview:
We are seeking a senior-level contractor to lead production test development for SoC devices integrating copackaged optics (CPO) SerDes interfaces. This role centers on ATE program development, DFT/BIST enablement, yield/quality optimization, and high-volume manufacturability. Strong understanding of SerDes and protocols such as UCIe and PCIe is required, with emphasis on translating characterization into robust, multisite production tests. Experience with Python-based automation and data analytics is essential; familiarity with AI-assisted tools for test development and data triage is a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
" Own development, integration, and maintenance of wafer sort and final test programs on ATE for SoC SerDes with copackaged optics
"Define and implement production test coverage for SerDes PHY and protocol features (PRBS, loopback, margining, FEC, CDR lock, EQ settings) using on-die BIST/DFT and ATE instrumentation
"Implement and optimize multisite strategies, parallel test execution, guardbanding, and test time reduction while meeting quality and coverage goals
"Correlate bench/char results to ATE: develop golden-unit flows, establish limits, build characterization-to-production handoff, and close gaps
"Integrate DFT features (scan/ATPG, boundary scan, MBIST/LBIST, JTAG) into production flows; manage pattern conversion, timing sets, and pin maps
"Implement UCIe/PCIe-related production checks: link training emulation, LTSSM state verification via firmware or test hooks, compliance counters, and error injection/monitoring
"Build Python-based tooling for ATE control, data parsing, STDF analytics, dashboards, and automated limit updates; integrate with MES/SPC and CI pipelines
"Collaborate with silicon design, firmware, DFT, product engineering, OSAT/probe, and SI teams to resolve issues and qualify ECOs/revisions
"Document test plans, specifications, vector maps, limits, and release notes; train operations teams and support sustaining engineering
Required Qualifications:
" Hands-on experience developing on leading ATE platforms (e.g., Advantest V93K/AC+, Teradyne UltraFLEX/UltraFLEXplus) including timing sets, DC/AC measurements, and multisite
"Strong understanding of SerDes/PHY fundamentals: equalization, CDR, CTLE/DFE, PRBS/BER, margining, jitter/eye constraints, and on-die BIST integration
"Proficiency in Python for automation and data analytics; experience with STDF parsing, visualization, and automated SPC/anomaly detection
"Solid DFT background: scan/ATPG patterns, boundary scan, MBIST/LBIST, JTAG access, pattern formats (WGL/STIL), and pattern bring-up on ATE
"Working knowledge of UCIe and PCIe (Gen5/Gen6 preferred) from a production test perspective: link checks via firmware/test hooks, error counters, and compliance indicators
"Excellent documentation, cross-functional communication, and problem-solving skills
About Company
Sunrise Systems was founded in 1990 with a clear vision to deliver world-class staffing service solutions in all labor categories, including IT consulting and solutions; all with the commitment to provide service that exceeds expectations and become the most trusted name in the industry. More than two and a half decades later, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the staffing industry. Combining our deep industry expertise, insights, and global resources, we have partnered with our clients to connect them with top professionals across several different industries.
We provide cost-effective Managed Staffing Solutions, Information Technology and Information Technology Consulting Services to several Fortune 500 companies and U.S. Government agencies. We provide our clients with flexible engagement models and customized products that are budget and time specific. Understanding the challenges that every business faces, we offer our services either on-site at the clients' site or from one of our globally distributed technology centers. Our onshore and offshore development capabilities ensure that we excel at meeting customer requirements every single time.
Our collective business experience spans over two and a half decades and ranges from:
- Business, management, and technical fields
- Information technology consulting and software solutions.
- Providing strategic support for the development and long-term growth of new business ventures across several industries including but not limited to; accounting, banking, finance, and recruitment.
- Motivating technology staff and establishing partnerships with Fortune 500 companies
Sunrise Systems has a vast range of competence in:
- Design, development, and support of cloud-based solutions from simple to highly complexed
- Database administration of multi-platform applications, complex databases, and web-based environments that include all aspects of installation, planning, maintenance, and monitoring.
- Data processing and data migration
- Application re-engineering and platform migration
- Working with the Information Systems and end-user communities at all levels to resolve issues and establish consensus.
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