Technical Lead
United States
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Job Description
Technical Lead
San Jose, California

Job Summary

EDVT (Electronic Design Verification Test) Engineer is responsible for validating the electrical design of hardware platforms to ensure they meet performance, reliability, and quality standards before product release.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute electronic design validation tests (EDVT) for high-speed hardware platforms, including PCBA and system-level validations related to telecom products.

  • Develop, maintain, and enhance automated test frameworks and scripts to improve test coverage, repeatability, and efficiency.

  • Collaborate closely with hardware design, firmware, Diags and software teams to define test requirements and ensure comprehensive validation.

  • Analyze test results, identify issues, and work with cross-functional teams to resolve hardware and system-level defects.

  • Design and implement test plans covering signal integrity, power consumption, thermal, ESD, and functional validation.

  • Utilize industry-standard test equipment and tools for high-speed signal analysis and validation.

  • Drive continuous improvement in test methodologies and automation tools to reduce manual effort and accelerate validation cycles.

  • Document test procedures, results, and provide detailed reports to stakeholders.

  • Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on testability and validation strategies.

  • Support product qualification and certification processes by ensuring compliance with relevant standards.

Skill Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field.

  • 8-10 years of experience in high-speed hardware validation, specifically in electrical device validation tests (EDVT).

  • Strong expertise in PCBA testing, signal integrity measurements, power consumption measurement, and system-level validation (ESD, thermal, functional).

  • Proven experience in test automation using scripting languages (Python, TCL, or similar) and automation frameworks.

  • Familiarity with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, power meters, Traffic Generators (IXIA/KeySight, VIAVI/JDSU) and environmental chambers.

  • Experience with continuous integration and automated test execution environments.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

  • Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

  • Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in hardware validation and testing.

Other Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Cisco hardware platforms or similar networking equipment.

  • Familiarity with AI-enabled test automation frameworks and tools.
Maximum Salary (US):  113000
Minimum Salary (US):  74000
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Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,300 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.