AMS Verification

NXP Semiconductors NV; Valbonne; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in France is seeking a talented AMS Verification Engineer to join our advanced team. You will verify complex Analog/Mixed-Signal ICs, ensuring performance and reliability meet strict specifications.

Responsibilities include developing verification plans, creating environments with SystemVerilog/UVM, running mixed-signal simulations, generating detailed reports, and collaborating with design engineers on verifiability. Master’s/PhD and 8+ years in AMS verification required.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in AMS verification for complex ICs.
• Strong analog design fundamentals (op-amps, PLLs, ADCs, DACs).
• Proficiency in SystemVerilog and UVM for mixed-signal verification.
• Hands-on with mixed-signal simulators Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre, Xcelium, QuestaSim.
• Experience with Python, Perl, Tcl for test automation and data analysis.
• Familiarity with ABV techniques.
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills.
• Experience with Git or similar VCS is a plus.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 or functional safety is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute verification plans for AMS blocks and systems.
• Create verification environments using SystemVerilog/UVM and other methods.
• Develop testbenches, test cases, and ABV for AMS designs.
• Perform mixed-signal simulations and analyze results to debug issues.
• Collaborate with design engineers on verifiability and specs.
• Automate regression testing to maintain coverage.
• Generate verification reports with coverage metrics and bugs.
• Participate in design reviews and stay updated on AMS verification tools.

Skills

AMS verification

SystemVerilog

UVM

Cadence tools

Python scripting

ABV

Regression testing

Collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Spectre

Xcelium

QuestaSim

Job description

NXP Semiconductors is seeking a talented and highly motivated AMS Verification Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for the verification of complex Analog/Mixed-Signal (AMS) integrated circuits, ensuring their functionality, performance, and reliability meet stringent product specifications.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive verification plans for Analog/Mixed-Signal (AMS) blocks and systems, including identifying critical design features and potential failure modes.


• Create and maintain advanced verification environments using SystemVerilog, UVM, and other industry-standard methodologies.


• Develop and implement efficient testbenches, test cases, and assertion-based verification (ABV) for AMS designs.


• Perform mixed-signal simulations (e.g., AMS, Spice, Fast Spice) and analyze results to identify and debug design issues.- Collaborate closely with design engineers to understand architectural specifications and provide feedback on design for verifiability.


• Develop and automate regression testing procedures to ensure continuous verification coverage.


• Generate detailed verification reports, including coverage metrics, bug tracking, and sign-off documentation.


• Participate in design reviews, contributing expertise in verification strategies and methodologies.


• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AMS verification tools and techniques.

Job Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.


• 8+ years of experience in AMS verification for complex ICs.- Strong understanding of analog circuit design fundamentals (e.g., op-amps, ADCs, DACs, PLLs).


• Proficiency in SystemVerilog and UVM for mixed-signal verification.


• Hands-on experience with mixed-signal simulation tools (e.g., Cadence Virtuoso, Spectre, Xcelium, QuestaSim).


• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl, Tcl) for test automation and data analysis.


• Familiarity with assertion-based verification (ABV) techniques.


• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.


• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) is a plus.


• Knowledge of industry standards and methodologies for functional safety (e.g., ISO 26262) is a plus.

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