Sr Staff Verification Engineer – SoC/IP Design Verification

We are seeking a Senior Staff Verification Engineer to lead and contribute to the functional verification of complex SoC and IP designs for next-generation AI, HPC, and data center products. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in UVM/SystemVerilog, SoC and IP-level verification, and is passionate about ensuring first-pass silicon success.

This role involves defining verification strategies, developing scalable environments, and collaborating cross-functionally with architecture, design, and software teams. Experience with Virtual Modeling, SystemC, and TLM is a plus, enabling advanced verification and early system-level validation.

Required Qualifications

• Education & Experience
  • B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in IP/SoC verification with a proven track record of successful silicon delivery.
• Technical Expertise
  • Deep knowledge of UVM/SystemVerilog for testbench development and verification IP integration.
  • Strong understanding of SoC architecture and protocols such as DDR5, HBM3, PCIe Gen6, CXL 3.0, and other high-speed interfaces.
  • Expertise in coverage-driven verification, constrained-random testing, and assertion-based verification.
  • Proficient in debugging RTL, testbenches, and simulation failures using industry-standard tools.
• Tools & Languages
  • Hands-on experience with simulation tools (VCS, Xcelium, Questa, etc.), waveform viewers, coverage tools, and automation scripting (Python, Perl, TCL).

Preferred/Additional Skills

• Virtual Modeling and System-Level Verification
  • Familiarity with SystemC and Transaction-Level Modeling (TLM) for virtual prototyping and early system validation.
  • Experience developing or using virtual platforms for hardware/software co-verification is a strong plus.
• Emulation & Prototyping
  • Exposure to emulation platforms (Palladium, ZeBu) and FPGA-based prototyping for system-level validation and performance analysis.
• Software Co-verification
  • Experience working alongside firmware/software teams for pre-silicon software validation and early driver/OS bring-up.
• Low-Power and DFT Verification
  • Knowledge of power-aware verification (UPF/CPF) and DFT validation methodologies is desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Verification Planning & Execution
  • Lead the definition, development, and execution of comprehensive verification plans at IP and SoC levels.
  • Develop UVM/SystemVerilog-based testbenches, including stimulus generation, checkers, and monitors for advanced SoC designs.
  • Drive coverage-driven verification processes, ensuring functional and code coverage goals are met.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Collaborate with architecture, RTL design, firmware, software, and emulation teams to define verification requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
  • Participate in design and architecture reviews, providing critical feedback on functionality, testability, and performance considerations.
• Debug & Issue Resolution
  • Lead debug efforts on complex SoC and IP issues through simulation, emulation, and FPGA prototypes.
  • Perform root-cause analysis and drive issues to closure in partnership with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Methodology & Infrastructure Development
  • Enhance and maintain verification methodologies, including reusable verification IP, automation scripts, and regression infrastructure.
  • Evaluate and adopt new tools and verification technologies to improve quality and efficiency.
• Leadership & Mentorship
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior verification engineers.
  • Lead verification reviews and strategy discussions, ensuring high technical standards and best practices.

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’ As the industry’s leading expert in embedded processing with unmatched quality and system-level know-how, we have evolved to provide scalable and comprehensive semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries based on the broadest product portfolio, including High Performance Computing, Embedded Processing, Analog & Connectivity, and Power.
 
With a diverse team of over 21,000 professionals in more than 30 countries, we continue to expand our boundaries to offer enhanced user experiences through digitalization and usher into a new era of innovation. We design and develop sustainable, power-efficient solutions today that help people and communities thrive tomorrow, ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’     
 
At Renesas, you can: 

• Launch and advance your career in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have the opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.  

• Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make people’s lives easier, safe and secure. 

• Maximize your performance and wellbeing in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people-first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.    

Are you ready to own your success and make your mark?  

Join Renesas. Let’s Shape the Future together.  

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