Hardware Validation Engineer

Job Description

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what?s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor's mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix? Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix? Assessment 2026.

About Position:

The Validation Engineer acts as the crucial link between product design/development teams and the testing laboratory. This role ensures that hardware prototypes, test fixtures, and measurement instruments are available, functional, and properly allocated to meet strict project timelines. The candidate will manage the "who, what, where, and when" of the project hardware, solving logistical bottlenecks, tracking hardware availability, and coordinating access for cross-functional teams.

Role: Hardware Validation Engineer

Location: Pune

Experience: 5 to 8 years

Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

Maintain an up-to-date inventory and tracking system for all engineering prototypes, pre-production samples, and development boards (Prototype Tracking)

Coordinate shipping, receiving, and secure storage of sensitive project hardware between internal teams, manufacturing sites, and external vendors (Logistics Coordination)

Manage scheduling and allocation of limited validation hardware to engineering teams such as design, software, and firmware to optimize utilization (Hardware Allocation)

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

Assist in initial bring-up and verification of prototype hardware to ensure functionality before full validation (Hardware Bring-up)

Support design, procurement, or assembly of test setups and fixtures (Fixture Development)

Collect and analyze test data to identify defects or deviations and prepare detailed validation summary reports (Data Analysis & Reporting)

Coordinate logistical aspects of debugging including moving failed units to failure analysis teams (Troubleshooting & Debugging)

Maintain strict documentation of hardware configurations, software/firmware versions, and change control records (Documentation)

Expertise You'll Bring:

5+ years of experience in validation

Proven experience in validation processes

Strong attention to detail and analytical skills

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations

Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation

Familiarity with PCB schematics and hardware debugging

Knowledge of Python or similar scripting languages for automating log collection

Bachelor?s degree in Computer Science or related field

Strong organizational skills to track multiple components and samples simultaneously

Proven problem-solving ability to resolve logistical bottlenecks under tight deadlines

Excellent collaboration skills to coordinate between remote design teams and on-site lab technicians

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package

Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies

Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards

Annual health check-ups

Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.

Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.

If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

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OKR Validation against statistical measures

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PUNE

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OKR Validation against statistical measures

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5 to 8 years

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