Memory Validation Lab Technician at Austin, Texas

Role Title: Memory Validation Lab Technician

Location: Austin, Texas

Duration: 12+ months contract

Top skills: Experience around platforms, hardware, post-silicon validation, familiarity with Linux and Python scripts, eager to learn, wants to grow skill set, a problem solver

Intermediate Excel skills required

Soldering experience nice to have

Ability to follow directions and work independently when necessary

Familiarity with basic DIMM terminology. e.g., type of DIMM/size/speed etc.

JOB DUTIES:

• Memory Validation technicians perform a variety hardware and software testing to determine functional issues/failures on client server systems.
• Memory Validation technicians are also responsible for the build out of new platforms, including installation of HW, SW to get systems brought online and ready for test.
• Memory Validation technicians are also responsible for tracking inventory and status of equipment coming into the lab for the team.
• Technicians are expected to able to follow instruction, maintain detail and thorough notes regarding their testing and results, and communicate well with the rest of the team.
• Assigned tests must be completed in a timely fashion based off expected completion time and customer/internal roadmap deadlines, Technicians must be able to multi-task under high pressure situations in order to meet deadline.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• AAS Degree in Computer Engineering/Technology or equivalent training and experience;
• Strong background in computer hardware, software and PC architecture;
• Extensive familiarity all Windows operating systems, Linux experience, preferred;
• Minimum of 5+ years with PC hardware and software validation;
• PC hardware and software troubleshooting skills, required;
• Experience and technical expertise in PC hardware devices and motherboard architecture;
• Apply knowledge and principles of PC architecture in order to trouble shoot hardware compatibility issues;
• Working knowledge/experience with the installation of Linux and Windows operating systems including drivers;
• Experience flashing BIOS using ROM burner or utilities;
• Knowledge and ability to locate voltage rails, signals and components through the use of schematics;
• Ability to read, locate and decipher system registers;
• Ability to use multi-meter, oscilloscope or software in order to determine memory or Hypertranport frequency;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on detail.

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