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Associate Staff Verification Engineer – Wireless
Austin, TX
About the team
The IoT Digital Design team is a state-of-the-art IC design team focused on producing world class Wireless MCU SoCs. The architecture specification, design, verification, emulation, and implementation of the Wireless MCU SoCs is the responsibility of the IoT Digital team. These SoCs include an embedded CPU system with analog and digital peripherals, advanced security, advanced power management, and best in class radios to support a wide range of wireless IoT applications and standards. We strive to provide best in class technology solutions through innovation in custom RISC-V Cores and AI/ML components.
Responsibilities
- Radio Datapath Verification for wireless protocols at Subsystem and SoC
- Develop testbench for wireless data packet Tx/Rx, MAC-Radio interface, MAC-HOST interface, Low Power Modes, Security Interfaces with UVM and C
- Develop Verification Plan, Coverage, Formal Vs Functional Strategies
- Work and Develop with Real Number Models for Rf / Analog modelling
- Use MATLAB models for Rf/Modem integrity checks
- Flows and Methodology
- Work with latest EDA and AI platforms to develop automation in radio/ mac / host / power architecture verification
Skills You Will Need:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical and/or Computer Engineering
- 3-8 years of experience.
- Industry experience developing testbenches with SV-UVM and C
- Scripting / Automation experience
- Design/Verification skills
- Software/Firmware coding (C)
- UVM, System Verilog Assertion and coverage analysis
- Low-power implementation (UPF)
- Real Number Modeling (RNM, Spice)
Preferred Qualifications
- Wireless Communication protocols – BLE/WIFI/Zigbee
- Knowledge of Mixed Signal Real Number Modeling
- UPF based low power verification
- Strong Mindset of Learning and Commitment to new architectures and methodologies
Benefits & Perks
You can look forward to the following benefits:
- Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental and vision plans
- Highly competitive salary
- 401k plan with match and Roth plan option
- Equity rewards (RSUs)
- Life/AD&D and disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Adoption assistance
- Back-Up childcare
- Additional benefit options (Commuter benefits, Legal benefits, Pet insurance)
- Flexible PTO schedule
- 3 paid volunteer days per year
- Charitable contribution match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free downtown parking
- Onsite gym
- Monthly wellness offerings
- Free snacks
- Monthly company updates with our CEO
The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $126,000 - $234,000 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package.
Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
- 3-8 years of relevant experience
- Industry experience developing testbenches with SystemVerilog UVM and C
- Software/firmware coding in C
- UVM, SystemVerilog Assertions and coverage analysis
- Scripting and automation experience
- Low-power implementation knowledge (UPF)
- Real Number Modeling (RNM) and Spice experience
- Experience using MATLAB for RF/modem integrity checks
- Experience with EDA tools and AI platforms for verification automation
- Wireless protocols (BLE/WiFi/Zigbee)
- Knowledge of mixed-signal Real Number Modeling
- UPF-based low power verification (preferred depth)
- Strong learning mindset and commitment to new architectures and methodologies
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What We Do
We are a leader in secure, intelligent wireless technology for a more connected world. Our integrated hardware and software platform, intuitive development tools, unmatched ecosystem and robust support make us the ideal long-term partner in building advanced industrial, commercial, home and life applications. We make it easy for developers to solve complex wireless challenges throughout the product lifecycle and get to market quickly with innovative solutions that transform industries, grow economies and improve lives.
Why Work With Us
Our incredibly talented team is comprised of innovative risktakers pushing the bounds of what’s possible. We’re problem solvers first, addressing the industry’s biggest challenges to transform industries, grow economies and improve lives.
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