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The Opportunity:

 

Lead II - Simics Specialist Engineer

Bangalore, KA 

  

·       Simics Automation Lead to drive automation initiatives for pre-silicon SoC validation using Simics virtual platforms.

·       The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Python-based test automation, simulation tools, and system-level validation workflows.

·       This role involves designing and maintaining robust test frameworks, enabling continuous integration, and improving validation efficiency through smart automation.

 

Key Responsibilities

·       Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks targeting Simics-based virtual platforms

·       Automate end-to-end workflows including model bring-up, boot testing, OS validation, regression execution, and report generation

·       Create modular Python scripts to interact with Simics APIs, logs, and virtual hardware interfaces

·       Integrate automation into CI/CD systems such as Jenkins or Azure DevOps to support daily regressions and nightly builds

·       Collaborate with validation, firmware, and modeling teams to enable automation readiness and debug support

·       Drive root cause analysis for automation failures and maintain reliability of regression pipelines

·       Implement automation for defect tracking, metrics reporting, and triage dashboards

·       Mentor team members and ensure code quality through reviews, standards, and documentation

 

Required Skills

 

·       Strong experience in Python programming with focus on test and infrastructure automation

·       Hands-on expertise with Simics or similar virtual platform environments (QEMU, SystemC, etc.)

·       Experience automating complex system validation workflows (boot tests, OS bring-up, device interactions)

·       Familiarity with Linux internals, serial logs, and bootloaders (UEFI/BIOS)

·       Working knowledge of Git, Jenkins, YAML/JSON configuration, and scripting for build/test orchestration

·       Experience in regression management, failure triaging, and debug log parsing Desired Skills

·       Exposure to simulation APIs and scripting interfaces specific to Simics

·       Knowledge of CI/CD best practices and DevOps tools (e.g., Docker, Azure DevOps)

·       Experience generating coverage metrics, test dashboards, or integrating with test management systems

·       Background in SoC architecture or semiconductor product development is a plus Qualification

·       Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related discipline

·       7-9 years of experience in validation or automation, including 3+ years focused on Simics or system simulation

 

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Humility:

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Humanity:

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UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation.

 

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

 

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