We are looking for Lead Systems Integration Engineer for our client in Markham, ON
Job Title: Lead Systems Integration Engineer
Job Location: Markham, ON
Job Type: Contract
Pay Range: $38.34hr - $40.47hr
Job Overview:
Our client is looking for a Lead Systems Integration Engineer to provide thought leadership and subject matter expertise to a growing team. As a key contributor, the candidate will possess a strong technical background to contribute to all aspects of the post-silicon development process. The IP Systems Engineer will drive the planning, pre-silicon execution, validation, silicon bring-up, and debug of processor and graphics-based systems while working closely with internal teams to meet product development milestones. This role specifically focuses on driving the planning, validation, silicon bring-up, and debug of video encode/decode and display driver IP and related systems.
Candidate Profile:
A highly motivated hands-on leader with a strong development background, problem-solving mentality, excellent communication skills, ability to prioritize tasks, along with a willingness to learn and adapt. Excellent teamwork skills and the capability to lead a highly technical team are crucial.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in systems design development throughout the entire product lifecycle, from pre-silicon and emulation through post-silicon and software integration.
- Lead technical presentations demonstrating a good understanding of hardware architecture and expertise in systems design.
- Collaborate with Design, Software, Tools, and other teams to drive the definition of testing and debug methodologies to provide the best possible coverage and customer experience for the IP.
- Work with the Program Leadership team to define the end-to-end plan, highlight possible risk areas, and address concerns during planning.
- Be a leader and mentor to the operations team, remaining hands-on and leading by example.
- Isolate and debug issues found in Graphics and Display IP during pre-silicon, bring-up, validation, and production phases.
- Proactively support a team culture that fosters knowledge sharing, excellence, and collaboration.
- Define and execute validation strategies, enablement of features, and unit test plans.
- Publish and align test plan requirements and dependencies.
- Work closely with supporting teams such as design, diagnostics, driver, and project leadership.
- Lead cross-functional technical discussions to drive root cause identification and resolution on technical issues.
- Drive and participate in technical innovations to enhance validation capabilities including tool and script developments, as well as technical and methodology enhancements.
Requirements:
- In-depth knowledge of SOC architecture and concepts.
- In-depth knowledge of hardware encode/decode and display driver hardware IP.
- In-depth knowledge of Graphics hardware pipeline.
- Experience with graphics engines and rendering software pipelines.
- Experience with FPGA and other hardware emulation platforms for pre-silicon debug.
- Strong understanding of BIOS, OS, and driver-level interactions and common failure points.
- Good understanding of Boot Flows/Sequences.
- Strong programming/scripting skills (e.g. Python, C/C++, Ruby).
- Experience with IP/System level bring-up, SOC debug techniques, and methodologies.
- Experience with common lab equipment, computer hardware, and networks.
- Experience leading process improvement initiatives to improve engineering quality.
- Strong technical leadership and mentoring skills.
- Knowledge of standard power management features and use-cases.
Preferred Experience:
- 2-4 years of relevant experience in pre and post-silicon validation of relevant IP and 3-6 years of experience in the semiconductor industry.
- Personal passion for computer gaming and driving game performance goals.
- Demonstrated ability to grasp new technical concepts quickly.
- Strong analytical/problem-solving skills and pronounced attention to details.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-starter, strong collaborator, and able to independently drive tasks to completion.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple issues at the same time.
Education:
Bachelor s or Master s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Target Skills:
- Video encode/decode hardware validation.
- Display driver hardware pipeline.
- Knowledge of GPU hardware architecture.
- Knowledge of graphics rendering pipeline.
- Familiarity with power management and power states.
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Benefits
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities
Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
About Cynet Systems
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.
As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
