Design Verification Lead

AMD; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a skilled verification engineer to join their dynamic CIT team. This role involves leading verification efforts for cutting-edge chiplet technology, focusing on automation, power, and performance. The ideal candidate will utilize advanced methodologies to ensure high design quality and collaborate closely with architects and designers. With a commitment to continuous technical innovation, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the next generation of computing solutions in a collaborative and inclusive environment. If you have a passion for technology and a drive to excel, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hardware verification experience; leadership experience is a plus.
• Proficient in verification of high-speed IO and interconnects like PCIe.

Responsibilities

• Lead verification team supporting future chiplet interconnects for servers and AI accelerators.
• Develop test plans, test cases, and manage regression and coverage.

Skills

Verilog

SystemVerilog

UVM

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Computer Engineering

Tools

Linux

Windows

Perl

Python

Ruby

Job description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences - the building blocks for data centers, artificial intelligence, PCs, gaming, and embedded systems. Our culture is rooted in pushing the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges. We strive for excellence in execution while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives.

The Role

The CIT team is a dynamic and innovative group dedicated to advancing hardware development. We are seeking a skilled and motivated verification engineer to join our growing team and contribute to the success of cutting-edge IPs. The ideal candidate will be involved in all aspects of design verification activities, utilizing the latest methodologies with automation, focusing on power and performance. You will develop and utilize various verification components to ensure high RTL/Firmware design quality.

The CIT team specializes in AMD chiplet technology. The Verification group develops a scalable DV flow emphasizing automation, power, and performance. Our global team values continuous technical innovation and career development.

The Person

The candidate should demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail. Excellent communication and writing skills, along with the ability to work effectively in teams and maintain strong interpersonal relationships, are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and scale verification team supporting future chiplet interconnects for servers, data centers, and AI accelerators
• Collaborate with architects and designers to develop verification strategies and plans
• Verify complex IP blocks, owning key features across projects
• Develop test plans, test cases, enhance testbenches, and manage regression and coverage
• Implement industry-leading verification methodologies such as UVM and Formal Verification
• Develop verification components like UVCs, models, BFMs, and reusable environments
• Create and maintain test cases and libraries in SystemVerilog/UVM
• Analyze functional, code, and test coverage
• Implement assertions, checkers, and monitors
• Debug regressions and reproduce silicon bugs in simulation or formal tools
• Participate in code reviews

Preferred Experience

• 10+ years of hardware verification experience; leadership experience is a plus
• Proficiency in verification of high-speed IO and interconnects like PCIe; chiplet interconnect experience is a strong plus
• Proficient in Verilog, SystemVerilog, UVM, and comfortable in Linux and Windows environments
• ASIC design knowledge with the ability to debug Verilog RTL code
• Strong programming skills and scripting experience (Perl, Python, Ruby)

Academic Credentials

Bachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering preferred.

Location

Markham or Vancouver, Canada.

Benefits are described on the AMD careers page. AMD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, accommodating needs throughout the recruitment process.