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Head of Silicon Validation (w/m)

✨ Join NanoXplore and help build Europe's critical technologies of tomorrow! ✨

 

At NanoXplore, we design advanced FPGAs, SoC FPGAs, ASICs and data converters enabling some of Europe's most demanding space, defense, avionics and industrial applications.

As a fast-growing European deeptech company with more than 200 passionate engineers across France, we push the boundaries of high-reliability microelectronics every day.

 

Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape the future of European technology as a:

 

HEAD OF SILICON VALIDATION (w/m)

 

We are looking for an experienced and rigorous Head of Silicon Validation to lead our post-silicon characterization and validation engineering teams across two specialized laboratories. In this leadership role, you will drive the validation, debug, and characterization of complex, ultra-reliable semiconductor devices — specifically high-performance Radiation-Hardened (RadHard) SoC-FPGAs and High-Speed Analog Mixed-Signal (AMS) ICs featuring high-speed ADCs, DACs, and multi-gigabit serial links (HSSL).

You will own the validation strategy from first silicon tape-out through mass production, ensuring flawless compliance with aerospace, defense, and industrial reliability standards (such as ESCC/MIL).

 

YOUR MISSION :

Laboratory & People Leadership:

Manage and mentor a multi-site team of senior validation engineers across two specialized laboratories;

Establish and enforce unified ways of working across both laboratory sites, ensuring standardized validation workflows, test setup configurations, and data reporting practices;

Direct lab operations, capital equipment, and lab safety compliance;

Drive cross-functional alignment between Silicon Design, Test Engineering, Package/PCB, Firmware/Software, and Product Quality teams;

Maintain an active physical presence across the two laboratory facilities (Sèvres & Caen) through regular site visits to drive cross-site alignment, oversee critical lab operations, and engage directly with local teams;

Post-Silicon Validation & Characterization Strategy:

Define and execute comprehensive post-silicon validation plans for advanced Radiation-Hardened SoC-FPGAs and high-speed data converters (ADCs and DACs);

Direct first-silicon bring-up, functional verification, electrical parameter characterization, and margin analysis across voltage, process, and temperature (PVT) corners;

Oversee test coverage and methodologies for SoC, FPGA architecture and high-speed serial interfaces (e.g., JESD, PCIe, SpaceWire, SerDes, DDR);

Radiation Hardness Assurance (RHA) & Space Qualification:

Lead the organization of radiation effects test campaigns in collaboration with external particle accelerator facilities;

Ensure all validation data packages satisfy stringent European Space Agency (ESA) and military qualification standards;

Automation & Infrastructure Development:

Champion test automation frameworks (instrument control, automated data logging, and statistical analysis pipelines) to accelerate test coverage and reduce time-to-market;

Standardize validation methodologies, data correlation workflows between bench and ATE (Automatic Test Equipment), and documentation traceability across sites.

 

YOUR PROFILE :

Exceptional analytical and first-principles problem-solving skills, capable of driving root-cause analysis on complex multi-domain errata (analog, digital, thermal, and radiation-induced);

Strong cross-functional project management skills with a proven track record of bringing complex chips from first silicon to production release;

Hands-on leadership: willingness and ability to move regularly between laboratory sites (e.g. monthly) to maintain operational coherence and foster strong relationships across engineering teams;

Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken); working knowledge of French is highly desirable.

 

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE :

  • Education: Master's degree or Ph.D. in Microelectronics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline;
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in semiconductor post-silicon validation, test engineering, or design, with at least 3–5 years in a technical leadership or management role overseeing multiple labs or teams;
  • Domain Mastery: deep technical understanding of FPGA architectures, embedded processor sub-systems, and high-speed analog/mixed-signal design principles;
  • Advanced Nodes: proven experience working with advanced semiconductor nodes (e.g., 28nm FD-SOI or more advanced nodes);
  • Lab Instrumentation: advanced proficiency with high-end lab bench equipment, with experience building advanced validation laboratory environments;
  • Domain Knowledge: JEDEC qualification is a must; direct experience with space-grade / radiation-tolerant semiconductor requirements, ESCC qualification flows, and radiation testing methodologies is a strong advantage;
  • Programming & Automation: strong proficiency in Python for lab equipment automation, data parsing, and automated test execution.

 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

  • Contract type: Permanent (CDI) — Full time
  • Location: Sèvres (92) or Caen (14) depending on your location, with regular visits between laboratory sites
  • Up to 2 days of remote work per week
  • Package: salary according to profile & experience + internal benefits
  • Start date: as soon as possible

 

If you're eager to push the boundaries of microelectronics and contribute to technologies that will shape the future, join us and become part of a team that is not only designing chips but also helping build Europe's technological independence for decades to come!

 

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If you're eager to push the boundaries of microelectronics and contribute to technologies that will shape the future, join us and become part of a team that is not only designing chips but also helping build Europe's technological independence for decades to come!

NanoXplore's Careers website is intended solely for individuals seeking employment with NanoXplore.
Staffing and recruitment agencies, as well as candidates represented by an agency, are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications, or resumes without prior written approval from NanoXplore. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered unsolicited.
NanoXplore does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our job aliases, NanoXplore employees, or any other NanoXplore location.
NanoXplore is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes or applications.

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