Senior Verification Engineer (IP verification)

ARM LIMITED; Bagstone; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ARM Limited is seeking a skilled digital verification engineer in the United Kingdom to join a team focused on developing flawless IPs. You will work across verification methodologies, including UVM and formal approaches, with ARM-based architectures and power-aware techniques.

Responsibilities span requirements, testbench creation, test development, and documentation, with opportunities to apply AI-based methods in verification and to collaborate across a global engineering organization.

Qualifications

• Proven understanding of digital hardware verification language Verilog/SystemVerilog HDL.
• Skilled in one or more verification approaches - UVM, formal, power aware in SoC verification using Embedded Low-level programming including C/C++ tests and assembly language (preferably ARM).
• Exposure to all stages of verification: requirements collection, creation of verification methodology plans, test plans, testbench implementation, test case development, documentation, and support.
• Good problem solving and debugging skills.
• Knowledge of IP/SoC Verification Flow and with ARM-based builds and/or ARM System Architectures.
• Clock domain crossing in GLS, DFT/DFD.
• UPF Power Aware experience with shell programming/scripting (e.g., Tcl)
• Perl
• Python
• Willingness to explore and apply AI based methods to digital verification.

Skills

Verilog/SystemVerilog HDL

UVM

Formal verification

Embedded low-level programming

C/C++ tests

Assembly language

Problem solving

ARM architecture knowledge

Python

Tools

JasperGold

VC Formal

Tcl scripting

Shell scripting

Job description

Necessary Skills and Experience

• Proven understanding of digital hardware verification language Verilog/Systemverilog HDL.
• Skilled in one or more of various verification approaches - UVM, formal, power aware in SoC verification using Embedded Low-level programming including C/C++ tests and assembly language (preferably ARM).
• Exposure to all stages of verification: requirements collection, creation of verification methodology plans, test plans, testbench implementation, test case development, documentation, and support.
• Good problem solving and debugging skills.
• Knowledge of IP/SoC Verification Flow and with ARM-based builds and/or ARM System Architectures.
• Clock domain crossing in GLS, DFT/DFD.
• Skilled in UPF Power Aware experience with shell programming/scripting (e.g., Tcl)
• Perl
• Python
• Willingness to explore and apply AI based methods to digital verification.

"Preferred" Skills and Experience

• Exposure to formal verification using JasperGold/VC formal.
• Prior experience in hardware security and cryptographic algorithms.
• Understanding of machine learning algorithms and their applications in of ARM proprietary tools and environments.

In Return

Join a team of dedicated engineers and be part of our ambitious mission to develop flawless IPs that compete globally! We strictly adhere to the highest standards and provide you with opportunities to determine and successfully implement innovative solutions. Enjoy a collaborative work environment where your growth is our priority.

Additional Information

Additional InformationPlease be aware that this position does not offer a relocation package. If skilled worker visa sponsorship is necessary, Arm will cover expenses related to sponsorship for the employer alone. Any charges linked to the individual's application, such as visa application fees and the Immigration Health Surcharge, will be borne by the successful Mindset at ArmAt Arm, we believe progress happens when people are empowered to think bigger and push beyond what seems possible. Our 10x mindset is about curiosity, ambition and creating impact that will be used by millions. We learn fast, prioritise collaboration and turn bold ideas into real technology. We look for people who are inspired by this way of working and want to grow in an environment where bold ideas are welcomed. Read more about how we bring the 10x mindset to life on the Arm blog.Accommodations at ArmAt Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation or adjustment requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud, or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.

Hybrid Working at Arm

Hybrid Working at ArmArm's approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team's needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.

Equal Opportunities at Arm

Equal Opportunities at ArmArm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don't discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.