Principal SoC Verification Engineer

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.

We are at the heart of the innovations that change the way we work and play. Self-driving cars. Artificial Intelligence. The cloud. 5G. The Internet of Things. These breakthroughs are ushering in the Era of Smart Everything. And we are powering it all with the world’s most advanced technologies for chip design and software security. If you share our passion for innovation and SoC Design, we want to meet you.

You Are:

You are a seasoned engineering professional with 12+ years of hands-on experience in SoC/IP/Subsystems verification, eager to make an impact at the principal level. You thrive in complex technical environments, bringing deep expertise in pre-silicon verification methodologies such as UVM, coverage analysis, and debugging. Your background in electronics engineering is complemented by a robust understanding of ASIC flows, design concepts, and industry protocols including PCIe, Ethernet, USB, and DDR.

Leadership comes naturally to you—you guide and mentor teams, fostering growth and excellence, and you’re adept at managing verification activities for large-scale projects. You are a strategic thinker who anticipates challenges and proactively develops risk mitigation plans. Collaboration energizes you, whether working with architects, designers, or cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Your communication skills are strong, allowing you to articulate complex technical details clearly to stakeholders and management.

You are committed to continuous learning and growth, staying current with new verification tools and Synopsys technologies. Experience with ARM-based technologies, processor architecture, and debug systems further strengthens your profile. Above all, you are passionate about driving innovations in the semiconductor space and excited to help shape the future of smart systems through your expertise and leadership.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Engage with Synopsys customers to understand verification needs and define project scopes and deliverables.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers to execute pre-silicon verification activities on complex IPs and subsystems.
• Develop verification plans, resource requirements, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful project execution.
• Review results and reports, providing continuous feedback to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Report status to management, offering insights and solutions for potential project challenges.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, and pre/post-silicon teams to achieve verification goals.
• Ramp-up on new verification tools and methodologies, leveraging Synopsys Products to enable customer success.
• Work with business unit application engineers and sales teams to develop and deploy tool and IP solutions.
• Drive improvements in verification methodology and execution efficiency across projects.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality standards and best practices in design verification.
  
  

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerate customers’ SoC design cycles by delivering high-quality verification solutions.
• Enhance Synopsys’ reputation as a trusted partner in solving complex verification challenges.
• Enable successful product launches for customers in high-performance computing, automotive, aerospace & defense, and more.
• Drive innovation in verification methodologies, contributing to Synopsys’ leadership in EDA tools and IP.
• Mentor and grow the capabilities of the verification team, fostering a culture of excellence and learning.
• Improve project efficiency and execution through effective risk management and proactive problem-solving.
• Strengthen cross-functional collaboration, ensuring seamless integration across design and verification teams.
• Elevate the quality of deliverables, reducing post-silicon issues and increasing customer satisfaction.
  
  

What You’ll Need:

• B.E/B. Tech/M.E/M. Tech in electronics or related field, with a minimum of 12+ years’ experience in SoC/IP/Subsystems verification.
• Expertise in pre-silicon verification: UVM, coverage analysis, verification plan creation, debugging, etc.
• Strong knowledge of industry protocols (PCIe, Ethernet, USB, DDR) and processor/interconnect/debug architectures.
• Hands-on experience with verification tools such as VCS, waveform analyzers, and third-party VIP integration (e.g., Synopsys VIPs).
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage verification activities for complex SoC/IP/Subsystems projects.
• Experience with ARM-based technologies (Coresight Debug, Processor architecture, etc.) is preferred.
• Solid understanding of design concepts, ASIC flows, and stakeholder management.
  
  

Who You Are:

• Inspirational leader with a passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent.
• Excellent communicator, able to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proactive problem solver with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Collaborative team player, comfortable working in cross-functional and multicultural environments.
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused, committed to delivering best-in-class solutions.
• Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies, tools, and methodologies.
  
  

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join the System Solutions Group (SSG), a dynamic team of experts delivering tool, methodology, architecture, design creation, verification, and physical implementation solutions for leading-edge customers. Our projects span from sub-blocks to full turnkey end-to-end SoCs, supporting startups, industry leaders, commercial entities, and government agencies. The team is dedicated to enabling customers to complete their most challenging SoC design projects in high-performance computing, automotive, aerospace, defense, and beyond.

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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