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Verification Lead
Austin, TX
About the team
The IoT Digital Design team is a state-of-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.
Verification Lead
The position involves deploying UVM/C based Testbenches for multi-core, multi-threaded processor based chips with emphasis on verifying and signing off performance and power along with functionality. The candidate should have worked on architecture of chip-level testbenches and verification of SoCs and chipsets with ARM Cortex and proprietary processor technology and AMBA AHB/AXI/APB protocols along with peripheral interfaces like SDIO, UART, I2S, I2C, PWM.
Responsibilities
Lead a team to complete the pre-silicon verification of an SoC.
Develop and track execution of chip level test plan to meet product requirements and established quality standards.
Execute and maintain chip level verification regressions. Triage and debug failing tests.
Tests will be combination of directed (C tests), constrained random (UVM), and formal verification.
Coverage closure, grading and analysis.
Perform gate level verification across corners. Provide appropriate activity files for power analysis.
Proven track record of finding deep system level bugs.
Able to execute on strict timelines and support multiple projects simultaneously.
Support Application and validation teams with customer issues.
Provide succinct weekly status and drive action items to closure.
Coordinate verification activities with a global team of verification and the design engineers.
Advance verification methodology with continuous process improvements.
Experience Level: 15+ years in Industry
Education Requirements: Bachelor or Master’s degree in electrical and/or Computer Engineering
Minimum Qualifications
Develop and signoff on test plans and test cases.
Strong knowledge of digital design and AMBA AHB/AXI/APB based SoC Architecture.
Strong knowledge of Verilog, System Verilog, UVM, C/C++.
Advanced verification skill in SVAs, constrained random stimulus amd coverage analysis.
Knowledge of scripting languages like Perl, Python, Tcl, shell.
Analytical debugging skills.
Knowledge on C Based Testcases.
Knowledge of SoC, Memory and Cache Architectures.
Debug SDF Back Annotated Gate Simulations.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of high-speed interfaces like Quad/Octa-SPI.
Knowledge of peripheral interfaces like SDIO, UART, I2S, I2C, PWM, CAN.
Knowledge of wireless technologies like WLAN, Bluetooth, ZigBee.
Experience integrating third-party VIPs.
Mixed Signal Real Number Modeling (RNM, Spice).
Verify and debug low-power design with UPF.
Mentoring skills.
Exceptional problem-solving skills.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Experience with artificial intelligence (AI) powered tools and technologies used to enhance productivity, analysis, and decision-making.
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
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
- 15+ years in industry experience
- Bachelor's or Master's in electrical or computer engineering
- Strong knowledge of digital design and AMBA architectures
- Strong knowledge of Verilog, System Verilog, UVM, C/C++
- Advanced verification skills in SVAs and coverage analysis
- Knowledge of scripting languages like Perl, Python, Tcl, shell
- Analytical debugging skills
- Experience with C based test cases
- Knowledge of SoC, Memory and Cache Architectures
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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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