Validation DevOps Engineer

Lead I - Semiconductor Product Validation

 

 

 

Who We Are:

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With us, you’ll create a boundless impact that transforms your career—and the lives of people across the world.

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You Are:

UST is seeking a Validation DevOps Engineer with strong Python and DevOps expertise to support semiconductor product validation workflows. The engineer will drive automation, maintain CI/CD pipelines, manage test infrastructure, and collaborate with validation and development teams to improve platform testing efficiency and reliability.

 

The opportunity:

·       Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or Jenkins for hardware and firmware validation

·       Automate test workflows using Python for firmware, BIOS, and driver validation tasks

·       Support integration of validation test suites into CI environments and ensure stability across builds

·       Manage infrastructure for test execution including virtual machines, containers, and lab assets

·       Monitor job executions, debug failures, and drive improvements to test pipeline health and coverage

·       Work with validation, development, and QA teams to triage bugs and deliver timely resolutions

·       Develop dashboards for test metrics, status reporting, and automation health

·       Maintain version control workflows using Git; manage branch strategy and release tagging

·       Document build/test procedures and contribute to knowledge base for issue resolution

·       Collaborate in a fast-paced Agile environment and drive continuous improvement

 

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

 

What you need:

·       Strong proficiency in Python scripting for test automation and orchestration

·       Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or similar CI/CD tools

·       Familiarity with semiconductor validation workflows (BIOS, firmware, hardware bring-up)

·       Experience working in both Windows and Linux environments

·       Git-based source control experience with code branching and merge strategies

·       Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills

·       Strong verbal and written communication skills

·       Desired Skills: Familiarity with YAML, Docker, and container-based deployment

·       Experience working with Azure cloud infrastructure

·       Exposure to Robot Framework, PyTest, or other test frameworks

·       Understanding of system buses (PCIe, USB, I2C) and hardware interfaces

·       Knowledge of Jira, Confluence, or equivalent tracking tools

·       Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics, or related field

·       5–8 years of experience in validation automation or DevOps engineering in a semiconductor environment

 

 

Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.

Role Location: Washington

Compensation Range: $72,000-$108,000

 

 

 

Benefits

Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.

Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.

Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).

All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.

 

What we believe:

We proudly embrace the values that have shaped UST since day one. We build our culture of Humility, Humanity, and Integrity. These values inspire us to nurture a people-first, human centric culture that fosters belonging, prioritizes sustainable solutions, and keeps our people and clients at the forefront of all decisions.

 

Humility:

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity:

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity:

We honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.

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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