Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists have developed a high performance RISC-V CPU from scratch, and share a passion for AI and a deep desire to build the best AI platform possible. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to solving hard problems. We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities.
We are seeking an experienced Senior-Level Design Verification Engineer (Contract) to join our dynamic and innovative team. As a AI HW Design Verification Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our digital designs through comprehensive verification methodologies. The successful candidate will have a strong background in verification techniques, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality designs.
This job is hybrid, based out of Austin, TX; Santa Clara, CA; Boston, MA; or Toronto, ON.
Responsibilities:- Develop and execute comprehensive verification strategies to validate complex digital designs, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards.
- Collaborate closely with design teams to understand design requirements and contribute to the creation of verification plans and testbenches.
- Write and execute test cases to verify functionality, performance, and power aspects of the design.
- Perform functional and formal verification to identify and debug design issues and ensure correct design behavior.
- Develop and maintain verification infrastructure, methodologies, and best practices to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Drive the adoption of advanced verification methodologies, tools, and techniques to enhance the overall verification process.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior verification engineers, sharing expertise and best practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and resolve system-level issues and ensure seamless integration of the design.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends, emerging technologies, and verification methodologies to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Design Verification Engineer, with a focus on complex digital designs.
- Strong knowledge of digital design concepts, including RTL, synthesis, and timing constraints.
- Proficiency in verification methodologies such as UVM (Universal Verification Methodology) and SystemVerilog.
- Experience in developing and executing verification plans, testbenches, and test cases for digital designs.
- Solid understanding of functional coverage, assertion-based verification, and code coverage analysis.
- Proficiency in scripting and programming languages like Python, Perl, or C/C++.
- Familiarity with industry-standard EDA tools and simulation environments.
- Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Proven ability to work under tight deadlines and deliver high-quality results.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Python/CocoTB/PyUVM experience is a big plus.
- Experience with emulators
Compensation for all engineers at Tenstorrent ranges from $100k - $500k including base and variable compensation targets. Experience, skills, education, background and location all impact the actual offer made.
Tenstorrent offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits, and we are an equal opportunity employer.
This offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant being eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology. Due to U.S. export laws, including those codified in the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Company is required to ensure compliance with these laws when transferring technology to nationals of certain countries (such as EAR Country Groups D:1, E1, and E2). These requirements apply to persons located in the U.S. and all countries outside the U.S. As the position offered will have direct and/or indirect access to information, systems, or technologies subject to these laws, the offer may be contingent upon your citizenship/permanent residency status or ability to obtain prior license approval from the U.S. Commerce Department or applicable federal agency. If employment is not possible due to U.S. export laws, any offer of employment will be rescinded.
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Tenstorrent is a next-generation computing company that builds computers for AI. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with U.S. offices in Austin, Texas, and Silicon Valley, and global offices in Belgrade and Bangalore, Tenstorrent brings together experts in the field of computer architecture, ASIC design, advanced systems, and neural network compilers. Join us: www.tenstorrent.com/careers
