Sep 2024 – Present · 1 yr 9 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

• 1. Technical Validation Leadership
• Define and implement validation strategies for PCIe Gen6, CXL 3.0, and LPDDR5 interfaces.
• Lead signal integrity, protocol compliance, and performance validation efforts.
• Collaborate with architecture, design, and firmware teams to ensure robust validation coverage.
• 2. High-End Lab Management
• Oversee the setup and operation of a state-of-the-art validation lab.
• Manage lab assets including Broadcom switches, FPGA platforms (e.g., VectorPath), and memory interface boards.
• Ensure lab readiness for internal reviews, executive demos, and cross-site collaboration.
• 3. Infrastructure & Asset Planning
• Coordinate procurement, installation, and tracking of validation equipment.
• Manage rental units, loaner assets, and remote access tools (e.g., VNC Viewer) across Bangalore and other global sites.
• Ensure compliance with STPI and duty exemption policies for imported items.
• 4. Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with LCT teams, IT, procurement, and external vendors.
• Facilitate remote validation setups via Austin and Cambridge labs.
• Support multi-site validation efforts and ensure seamless integration across platforms.
• 5. Project Execution & Reporting
• Drive validation schedules aligned with delivery timelines (e.g., Chroma Q1-26).
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Maintain detailed documentation of validation plans, results, and issue tracking.
• 6. Compliance & Quality Assurance
• Ensure all validation activities adhere to internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support secure boot, attestation, and hardware security validation where applicable.