SOC Verification Engineer, Senior Staff

Company: Synopsys, Inc.
Location: Sunnyvale
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

SOC Verification, Senior StaffWe Are: At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.You Are: You are a highly skilled and experienced SOC Verification engineer with a passion for innovation and problem-solving. You have a strong background in processor-based SOC level verification, with hands-on experience in UVM, System Verilog, and C/C++. Your deep understanding of AXI-AMBA protocol variants and proficiency in using verification tools such as VCS and waveform analyzers sets you apart. With a minimum of 8+ years in the SoC/IP/Subsystems verification domain, you thrive in a collaborative environment, leading and mentoring junior engineers while working closely with architects, designers, and pre and post-silicon verification teams. Your excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills enable you to develop innovative solutions independently and consistently meet schedules. Good communication skills and a proactive approach to learning new verification tools and methodologies are essential to your success in this role.What You'll Be Doing:

• Understand the design specification, define the verification scope, develop test plans, tests, and the verification infrastructure, and verify the correctness of the design.
• Implement and analyze System Verilog assertions and coverage (code, toggle, functional).
• Collaborate with other members of the verification team to develop and execute verification test cases, providing relevant solutions to issues.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers, assisting them in debugging complex problems.
• Work closely with architects, designers, and pre and post-silicon verification teams to accomplish tasks.
• Adhere to quality standards and good test and verification practices.
• Ramp-up on new verification tools and methodologies using Synopsys products to enable customers.
• Develop innovative solutions to problems with little guidance and implement them independently.
• Set task-level goals and consistently meet schedules.
• Work with other Synopsys teams, including BU AEs and Sales, to develop, broaden, and deploy tool and IP solutions.The Impact You Will Have:
  • Drive the successful verification of complex SOC designs, ensuring high quality and performance.
  • Enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the verification process through innovative solutions.
  • Mentor and develop junior engineers, contributing to the growth and expertise of the verification team.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality SOC designs on schedule.
  • Improve customer satisfaction by providing robust verification solutions and support.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of verification methodologies and practices.
  • Enable customers to achieve their most challenging SOC design projects using Synopsys EDA tools and IP.
  • Strengthen Synopsys' position as a leader in the semiconductor industry through successful project completions.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and excellence within the verification team.
  • Support the development and deployment of new verification tools and methodologies.What You'll Need:
    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering or equivalent.
    • Minimum of 8+ years' experience in SoC/IP/Subsystems verification domain.
    • Good understanding of processor-based SOC level verification, including native, Verilog, System Verilog, and UVM mix environment.
    • Hands-on experience with verification tools such as VCS, waveform analyzer, and third-party VIP integration (such as Synopsys VIPs).
    • Proficiency in UVM, C/C++, and System Verilog verification language.
    • Strong understanding of AXI-AMBA protocol variants.
    • Experience with scripting languages (Shell, Makefile, Perl).
    • Strong understanding of design concepts and ASIC flow.
    • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
    • Prior work on ARM core-based subsystem verification is desirable.
    • Prior work on USB, PCIe, MIPI protocols is desirable.
    • Good communication skills.Who You Are:
      • A proactive and innovative problem-solver.
      • A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
      • A mentor and leader who can guide junior engineers.
      • A detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills.
      • A self-motivated individual who can work independently and meet deadlines.
      • A continuous learner who adapts to new tools and methodologies.The Team You'll Be A Part Of: The Systems Solutions Group (SSG) delivers tool, methodology, architecture, design creation, design verification, and physical implementation expertise to enable leading-edge customers to complete their most challenging SOC design projects. Our work spans from sub-blocks to full turnkey end-to-end SOCs. Our customers range from start-ups to industry leaders, commercial companies, and government agencies. Our customers develop SOCs for high-performance computing, automotive, aerospace & defense, and more.Rewards and Benefits: We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.
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