Hardware Verification Senior/Staff/Senior Staff Engineer at Qualcomm Interconnect Technology Center (QITC)

MaC VC; Guyancourt; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus and stock options

Relocation and immigration support

Life, Medical & Travel Insurance

Employee clubs

Job summary

Qualcomm France S.A.R.L. is seeking a Hardware Verification Senior/Staff/ Senior Staff Engineer to verify innovative NoC-enabled hardware for next-generation SoCs.

You will assess specifications, develop verification plans, implement checkers, and drive coverage and performance metrics. The role requires 3–20+ years in SoC/IP verification, strong AMBA bus knowledge, NoC architectures, and C/C++ and Python skills.

Qualifications

• 3 to 20+ years of experience in SoC and IP hardware verification.
• Strong understanding of bus protocols and data coherency such as AMBA protocols.
• Experience with Network-On-Chip (NoC) architectures and their role in maintaining data coherency within complex SoCs.
• Knowledge of hardware communication protocols like AXI, AHB.
• Good knowledge of C/C++
• Experience with Python automation and scripting languages to improve workflows and team efficiency.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to support other teams with debugging.

Responsibilities

• Assessing new technical specifications and developing verification plans for the corresponding IPs or subsystems.
• Implementing verification checkers and running non-regressions.
• Implementing coverage and performance metrics.
• Reporting work progress regularly and contributing to the improvement of KPIs.
• Participating in verification methodology and flow enhancements.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Verilog/SystemVerilog

SystemC

Cadence NCSIM

Synopsys VCS/Verdi

UVM

Git/SVN

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics/Engineering

Master's degree in Electronics/CS

PhD in Science/Engineering

Tools

Cadence NCSIM

Synopsys VCS/Verdi

UVM

Git

SVN

Job description

Company

Qualcomm France S.A.R.L.

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS Engineering

General Summary

QUALCOMM is a global leader in smart mobile technologies, providing comprehensive solutions that drive continuous innovation for today's connected devices. By pushing the boundaries of what is possible, Qualcomm delivers next-generation experiences and spearheads digital transformation to create a smarter, more connected future for all.

Our extensive portfolio of wired and wireless technologies spans the mobile, networking, computing, and consumer electronics sectors. Each of our solutions and products is meticulously engineered for optimal performance and energy efficiency. Our system-on-chip solutions, such as Snapdragon, seamlessly integrate CPU, GPU, connectivity, security, multimedia, and GPS technologies, redefining mobile possibilities for users worldwide.

The Qualcomm Interconnect Technology Center (QITC) is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge interconnect solutions for complex Qualcomm System-On-Chips (SoCs) such as Snapdragon. Our solutions offer low power consumption, higher system bandwidth, greater IP flexibility, fewer global wires, easier timing convergence, and faster time to market compared to existing bus interconnects. QITC's Network-On-Chip (NoC) solutions include a comprehensive suite of automated NoC Design Tools that enhance NoC designer productivity.

If you are passionate about hardware engineering and eager to contribute to groundbreaking innovations, join us at QITC and be part of a team that is at the forefront of technological advancements, shaping the future of smart connectivity.

Position: Hardware Verification Senior/Staff/Senior Staff Engineer

Responsibilities

As a Hardware Verification Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for verifying innovative hardware in NoC infrastructure technologies for next-generation chipsets. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assessing new technical specifications and developing verification plans for the corresponding IPs or subsystems.
• Implementing verification checkers and running non-regressions.
• Implementing coverage and performance metrics.
• Reporting work progress regularly and contributing to the improvement of KPIs.
• Participating in verification methodology and flow enhancements.

Qualifications

• 3 to 20+ years of experience in SoC and IP hardware verification.
• Strong understanding of bus protocols and data coherency such as AMBA protocols.
• Experience with Network-On-Chip (NoC) architectures and their role in maintaining data coherency within complex SoCs.
• Knowledge of hardware communication protocols like AXI, AHB.
• Good knowledge of C/C++
• Experience with Python automation and scripting languages to improve workflows and team efficiency.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to support other teams with debugging.

This is a high-profile position that requires interaction with NoC architecture and design, as well as NoC solutions deployment and support across global Qualcomm locations. Join us at Qualcomm and be part of a team that is leading technological innovation and shaping the future of smart connectivity.

Other Preferred Requirements

• The successful candidate has an exposure to memory, interconnect or other SoC subsystems design or verification
• Experience with various RTL verification tools and methodology is welcome
• Experience with system level architecture, modeling, analog design, and silicon test is a plus
• References to a particular number of years’ experience are preferred

Preferred Education

• PhD or Master's degree in Electronics or Computer Science Engineering.

Skills

C/C++, Python, Verilog/SystemVerilog, SystemC,

Cadence NCSIM, Synopsys VCS / Verdi, UVM

Git, Svn database management tools

Working environment: Linux, MS Office suite (Visio, Excel)

What's On Offer

Apart from working in an open, relaxed and collaborative space, you will enjoy:

• Salary, stock and performance related bonus,
• Employee stock purchase scheme,
• Relocation and immigration support,
• Life, Medical & Travel Insurance,
• Employee-managed clubs, including, running, music, biking, badminton and many more.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.

OR

Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.

OR

PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field.

• References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail [e-mail] or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.