As a CPU Design Verification Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the functional correctness and performance of Altera's RISC-V processor family. Working alongside world-class CPU architects, RTL designers, and system design teams, you'll help validate designs that meet rigorous functional, performance goals. This is your opportunity to tackle complex technical challenges while contributing to products that shape the computing landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute sophisticated verification plans to validate CPU logic against architectural and microarchitectural specifications
Create scalable, reusable verification environments using UVM-based testbenches and advanced functional coverage models
Perform in-depth functional coverage analysis, identify critical verification gaps, and implement strategic closure plans
Execute complex system-level simulations to validate functionality
Debug and perform root-cause analysis of issues in pre-silicon environments, implementing robust corrective measures
Develop automation scripts and tools using Python, Perl, C++, or similar languages to optimize verification workflows
Partner closely with CPU architects and RTL developers to verify complex architectural features
Maintain and enhance verification infrastructure, methodologies, and automation flows to maximize team productivity
Document comprehensive verification strategies and lead technical reviews with cross-functional stakeholders
Contribute to CPU architecture and microarchitecture feature definition to achieve optimal functional and performance targets
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering.
8+ years of experience in ASIC or FPGA design verification.
Expertise in Hardware Description Languages (HDL) like Verilog or VHDL and Hardware Verification Languages (HVL) such as System Verilog.
Strong hands-on experience in developing UVM-based testbenches and verification components.
Experience with RISC-V instruction set architecture.
Proficiency in modern verification methodologies, including coverage-driven verification (CDV) and assertion-based verification (ABV).
Familiarity with industry-standard protocols such as AMBA (AXI, ACE, CHI, APB)
Experience with simulation and debug tools (e.g., Synopsys VCS, Cadence Xcelium, Mentor Questa).
Strong scripting skills in Python, Perl, or Tcl for automation and data analysis.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering or Computer Engineering
- 8+ years experience in ASIC or FPGA design verification
- Expertise in Hardware Description Languages: Verilog or VHDL
- Expertise in Hardware Verification Language: SystemVerilog
- Hands-on experience developing UVM-based testbenches and verification components
- Experience with RISC-V instruction set architecture
- Proficiency in coverage-driven verification (CDV) and assertion-based verification (ABV)
- Familiarity with AMBA protocols: AXI, ACE, CHI, APB
- Experience with simulation and debug tools (Synopsys VCS, Cadence Xcelium, Mentor Questa)
- Strong scripting skills in Python, Perl, or Tcl (and familiarity with C++ for automation)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests retirement programs are robust, with offerings such as a 401(k) and a pension. This breadth supports long-term financial security.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests time-off policies are generous, including PTO, paid sick days, and paid holidays. Wellness initiatives like gym memberships further support balance.
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Parental & Family Support — Feedback suggests parental leave is generous. Family-building support, including fertility benefits and adoption reimbursement, is highlighted as part of the package.
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