Senior Manager, Design Verification

Synopsys, Inc.; India; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Synopsys, Inc. in Bangalore, India, seeks a DesignWare IP Verification Manager to lead a team responsible for IP verification across core families. You will guide verification strategy, ensure timely delivery, and mentor engineers in UVM, VMM, and OVM methodologies.

The role emphasizes hands-on test planning, HVL coding, debugging, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, industry-leading IP cores. A strong leadership style and commitment to excellence are essential.

Qualifications

• BS/BE in Electrical Engineering with 15+ years of IP core or SOC verification experience.
• Proven track record leading verification engineering teams and projects.
• Expertise in verification methodologies such as UVM, VMM, or OVM.
• Hands-on test planning, environment development, and debugging skills.
• HVL coding for verification and familiarity with simulators like VCS.

Responsibilities

• Manage a talented team of IP verification engineers for DesignWare IP cores.
• Plan and track team goals aligned with business targets and project needs.
• Mentor engineers for technical and professional growth and performance.
• Lead verification projects across USB, PCI Express, Ethernet, and AMBA domains.
• Oversee modern verification environments and regression management.

Skills

UVM

VMM

OVM

Test planning

Debugging

HVL coding

Functional coverage

Leadership

Education

BS/BE in Electrical Engineering

Tools

VCS

Job description

Job Title:

DesignWare IP Verification Manager

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

You are an experienced engineering leader with a passion for verification technology and a commitment to excellence. Your background in ASIC digital design and IP verification enables you to guide and inspire teams, fostering an environment where innovation and continuous improvement are the norm. You thrive in collaborative settings, balancing technical depth with strategic vision. Your hands-on expertise in verification methodologies such as UVM, VMM, or OVM, and proficiency with industry-standard tools like VCS, make you a trusted mentor and technical authority. You excel at managing complex projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery, all while nurturing the growth of your team members. Your strong communication skills allow you to effectively translate business goals into actionable plans, aligning your team’s efforts with organizational objectives. You are adaptable, enthusiastic about new technologies, and dedicated to advancing the state-of-the-art in IP verification. Above all, you believe in empowering others, championing diversity and inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone can achieve their potential. Your leadership style is transparent, supportive, and results-driven, making you a respected figure within engineering circles and a valuable asset to Synopsys.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing a talented team of individual contributors specializing in IP Verification for DesignWare IP cores.
• Planning, establishing, and tracking team goals and objectives to ensure alignment with business targets and project requirements.
• Guiding employee development, career growth, and performance management, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Leading execution of verification processes, projects, and tactical initiatives across a variety of IP domains, including USB, PCI Express, Ethernet, and AMBA.
• Mentoring and supporting engineers in both technical and professional growth, leveraging your expertise to drive innovation and high standards.
• Overseeing the implementation and optimization of state-of-the-art verification environments, ensuring adherence to quality metrics and regression management standards.
• Coordinating verification tasks and collaborating across teams to deliver best-in-class IP solutions.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Elevate the quality and reliability of Synopsys DesignWare IP cores through robust verification strategies.
• Drive innovation in verification methodologies, contributing to industry-leading standards and practices.
• Accelerate project delivery timelines by optimizing processes and resource allocation.
• Build and nurture a high-performance team, enhancing Synopsys’ reputation as a top employer in the semiconductor industry.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and trust by consistently delivering high-quality, well-verified IP products.
• Support Synopsys’ leadership in the era of pervasive intelligence by enabling seamless integration of advanced IP cores into next-generation silicon chips.

What You’ll Need:

• BS/BE in Electrical Engineering with 15+ years of relevant experience or MS with 12+ years in IP core or SOC verification.
• Demonstrated experience managing and leading verification engineering teams, preferably with prior leadership or management roles.
• Expertise in verification methodologies such as UVM, VMM, or OVM.
• Advanced hands-on knowledge of test planning, test environment development (unit and system level), and debugging.
• Proficiency in HVL coding for verification and familiarity with industry-standard simulators like VCS, as well as relevant debugging tools.
• Strong skills in functional coverage coding, analysis, test case creation, and regression management.
• Proven track record in achieving quality targets for complex IP verification projects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Preferred: Experience with DesignWare IP or similar synthesisable IP verification projects; familiarity with industry standard buses and protocols (USB, PCI Express, Ethernet, AMBA).

Who You Are:

• A collaborative leader who inspires and empowers teams to achieve their best.
• Strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail and process optimization.
• Strong communicator able to bridge technical and business objectives.
• Adaptive and resilient, thriving in fast-paced and evolving environments.
• Champion of diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning.
• Committed to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join the DesignWare IP Verification R&D team at our Bangalore Design Center, India. This team is dedicated to developing and advancing verification technology for leading synthesisable IP cores, collaborating closely with cross-functional experts in design, architecture, and quality assurance. Together, you’ll contribute to the creation of industry-leading IP solutions that power the next generation of silicon chips.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings.