SMTS - CPU Design Verification Engineer

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Hyderabad, Telangana, IND
In-Office
Senior level
Semiconductor • Manufacturing
The Role
Performs functional verification of CPU cores and subsystems, including cache, coherency, MMU, safety, and debug functionality. Develops verification plans, SystemVerilog/UVM testbenches, constrained-random tests, and coverage-driven environments. Automates regression flows with scripting, analyzes coverage, coordinates simulation, emulation, and formal verification, and collaborates with architects and designers. Leads small teams and project-wide verification initiatives while driving quality metrics and closure plans.
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About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries  and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.


Summary of Role:

MIPS – A GlobalFoundries company is seeking a Design Verification Engineer with 8+ years of experience to join our CPU verification team. The successful candidate will work on verification of processor components, focusing on CPU core functionality, coherency, and cache subsystems. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced verification methodologies and collaborate with world-class architects and designers.


Essential Responsibilities:

  • Perform functional verification of CPU cores and related subsystems (MMU, Cache, Safety, Debug etc.).
  • Understand and interpret microarchitectural specifications to develop effective verification strategies.
  • Develop and execute verification plans, including testbench creation and test case development.
  • Write directed and constrained random test cases in SystemVerilog, C, and Assembly.
  • Architect reusable UVM verification environments, utilize them for coverage-driven verification.
  • Coordinate simulation, emulation, and formal verification efforts for various DUTs.
  • Analyse coverage reports and assists in closing coverage gaps, Own verification quality metrics, and closure plans.
  • Automate regression and verification flows using scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Shell.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and architects to ensure design quality and performance.
  • Lead small teams and project-wide verification initiatives. Influence verification methodologies across projects.
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Other Responsibilities:

  • Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

 Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s JR-2602332degree in Electronics/Electrical/Computer Engineering.
  • 8-12 years of experience in design verification, preferably in CPU or CPU-based SoC verification.
  • Hands-on experience with SystemVerilog, UVM, and constrained random verification.
  • Familiarity with CPU architectures such as RISC-V, ARM, or MIPS.
  • Basic understanding of cache and coherency concepts.
  • Strong scripting skills in Python, Perl, or Shell.

Preferred Experience

  • Deep expertise in UVM, assertions, coverage, and processor architecture.
  • Exposure to RISC-V architecture, hands-on verification of any of the CPU architectures.
  • Knowledge of interconnect protocols like AXI, AHB, ACE, or CHI protocols.
  • Experience with FPGA prototyping or emulation platforms.

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Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia

 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Computer Engineering
  • 8-12 years of design verification experience, preferably in CPU or CPU-based SoC verification
  • Hands-on experience with SystemVerilog, UVM, and constrained-random verification
  • Familiarity with CPU architectures such as RISC-V, ARM, or MIPS
  • Strong scripting skills in Python, Perl, or Shell
  • Deep expertise in UVM, assertions, coverage, and processor architecture
  • Exposure to RISC-V architecture and hands-on verification of CPU architectures
  • Knowledge of AXI, AHB, ACE, or CHI interconnect protocols
  • Experience with FPGA prototyping or emulation platforms

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  • Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support is presented as a meaningful part of the package. Wellness programs and an Employee Assistance Program add to the sense of broad health coverage.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) with matching from day one and access to an employee stock purchase program are positioned as notable financial benefits. Retirement provisions are repeatedly framed as a strong counterweight to other compensation concerns.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as generous, including high annual vacation accrual, dedicated sick time, and additional personal days. Extended paid parental leave frameworks are also outlined as a substantial leave benefit.

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Year Founded: 2009

What We Do

GlobalFoundries (GF) is one of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers. GF is redefining innovation and semiconductor manufacturing by developing and delivering feature-rich process technology solutions that provide leadership performance in pervasive high growth markets. GF offers a unique mix of design, development, and fabrication services. With a talented and diverse workforce and an at-scale manufacturing footprint spanning the U.S., Europe and Asia, GF is a trusted technology source to its worldwide customers. For more information, visit www.gf.com. GlobalFoundries is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V).#CB

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