Design Verification Engineer

Microtech Global Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Commutable distance to office

Job summary

microTECH Global LTD is recruiting a talented Design Verification Engineer to join our teams in Newbury, England. The role focuses on verifying complex mixed‑signal ICs, building reusable testbenches, and advancing verification methodologies.

We seek engineers at all levels to contribute to digital verification for mixed‑signal IC developments, driving projects and refining verification approaches while collaborating across hardware and software teams.

Qualifications

• BEng / BSc / MEng / MSc or equivalent in Electronics, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• Proven track record in delivering first‑time success with complex mixed‑signal ICs.
• Metric‑driven verification: planning, requirements extraction, directed & constrained‑random verification, functional and code coverage analysis.
• SystemVerilog, including SVA (SystemVerilog Assertions).
• Testbench design using verification frameworks such as UVM, OVM, e, or VMM.
• Strong RTL/testbench debugging skills (including gate‑level SDF).
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and interpretation skills.
• Innovative, creative, and lateral‑thinking approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Define IC verification plans linking product requirements to detailed test cases
• Lead verification engineers to deliver thoroughly verified ICs
• Create reliable and reusable testbenches for complex subsystems and ICs
• Participate in verification specialist groups and contribute to methodology improvements
• Support and coach the verification team in following and enhancing defined methodology practices
• Hands‑on involvement in project design and verification activities

Skills

Proven track record in delivering test

Education

BEng / BSc / MEng / MSc or equivalent in Electronics, Computer Science, or related discipline

Tools

UVM

OVM

e

VMM

SystemVerilog

Job description

Design Verification Engineer (NWB)

We are looking for a talented Design Verification Engineer to join our teams in Newbury, England. In this role, you will play a key part in verifying complex mixed‑signal ICs, building reusable testbenches, and contributing to the development of advanced verification methodologies.

We are seeking talented Design Verification Engineers at all levels to join our Newbury and Edinburgh offices. This is an exciting opportunity to work on digital verification for complex mixed‑signal IC developments, contribute to cutting‑edge projects, and help improve verification methodology.

Job Title: Design Verification Engineer (NWB)

Location: Newbury, England

Department: Hardware & Software – Hardware

Employment Type: Full Time / Hybrid

Responsibilities

• Define IC verification plans linking product requirements to detailed test cases
• Lead verification engineers to deliver thoroughly verified ICs
• Create reliable and reusable testbenches for complex subsystems and ICs
• Participate in verification specialist groups and contribute to methodology improvements
• Support and coach the verification team in following and enhancing defined methodology practices
• Hands‑on involvement in project design and verification activities

Required Skills and Qualifications

• BEng / BSc / MEng / MSc or equivalent in Electronics, Computer Science, or related discipline
• Proven track record in delivering first‑time success with complex mixed‑signal ICs
• Metric‑driven verification: planning, requirements extraction, directed & constrained‑random verification, functional and code coverage analysis
• SystemVerilog, including SVA (SystemVerilog Assertions)
• Testbench design using verification frameworks such as UVM, OVM, e, or VMM
• Strong RTL/testbench debugging skills (including gate‑level SDF)
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and interpretation skills
• Innovative, creative, and lateral‑thinking approach to problem solving

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Experience with formal verification and verification qualification techniques
• Scripting experience: Ruby, sh/csh, TCL, Make, Perl
• Power‑aware verification (using CPF/UPF)
• Object‑oriented programming and use of OOP design patterns

Additional Information

• Hybrid remote position: 2+ days in‑office per week, with days based on business needs and team preference
• Candidates must be within a commutable distance to the office or willing to relocate prior to employment