Principal SOC Verification Engineer (Sunnyvale)

We 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 passionate and experienced SoC Verification Engineer who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative environment. You possess a strong background in ASIC verification, with a particular emphasis on designing and writing constrained-random SystemVerilog testbenches using UVM. You have a keen eye for detail and take pride in ensuring that every design meets the highest standards of quality and performance. Your technical expertise is complemented by your ability to mentor and guide less experienced team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. You are adept at debugging RTL and GLS failures, and your problem-solving skills are second to none. Your communication skills enable you to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You are committed to staying abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies, and you are eager to contribute to the development of next-generation, high-performance ASICs.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Defining and tracking Verification test plans
• Designing and writing constrained-random SystemVerilog testbenches using UVM
• Writing SystemVerilog assertions
• Writing functional coverage
• Debugging RTL and GLS failures
• Conducting code coverage analysis
• Providing mentoring and guidance to less experienced team members

The Impact You Will Have:

• Ensuring the highest quality and performance of our ASIC designs
• Contributing to the successful delivery of high-performance computing solutions
• Supporting the development of innovative technologies for a wide range of applications
• Enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our verification processes
• Strengthening our reputation as a leader in chip design and verification
• Driving continuous improvement and innovation within the team

What Youll Need:

• BSEE in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of industry experience
• Proficiency in digital verification in a UVM environment; formal verification experience is a plus
• Knowledge of various protocols (PCIe, Ethernet, USB, DDR, etc) and/or processor/interconnect/debug architecture
• Hand on experience with verification tools such as VCS, waveform analyzer and VIP integration
• Expertise in Verilog, SystemVerilog, and Perl/Python scripting

Who You Are:

• An excellent communicator with strong problem-solving skills
• A detail-oriented individual with a passion for quality and performance
• A collaborative team player who enjoys mentoring and guiding others
• An innovative thinker who stays current with industry trends and technologies
• A proactive and self-motivated professional with a strong work ethic

The Team Youll 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.