SoC Design Verification Engineer

Intel; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Intel in Bengaluru, India seeks an experienced SoC Design Verification Engineer to drive scalable UVM-based verification for complex SoCs. You will create reusable test benches, define verification plans, and work with RTL, architecture, and postsilicon teams to ensure top-notch design quality.

The role requires 7+ years in SoC verification, strong SystemVerilog/UVM, and AMBA protocol experience. Hybrid work model in India is available."

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in SoC design verification with OVM/UVM expertise.
• Experience in AMBA protocols CHI/AXI/AHB/APB with industry-standard VIP.
• Strong debugging, test plan development and presilicon verification skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and update UVM-based test benches and test cases.
• Develop scalable block/subsystem/SoC verification plans.
• Build verification environments aligned with microarchitecture specs.
• Execute plans using emulation and system simulation models.
• Debug and root cause presilicon failures, implement fixes.
• Collaborate with architects, RTL, postsilicon and physical design teams.
• Document test plans and lead technical reviews; integrate security coverage.

Skills

UVM

SystemVerilog

Debugging

Test planning

SoC verification

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electrical Engineering/Computer Science

Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering/CS

Tools

SystemVerilog

UVM

Emulation tools

VIP (EDA)

Job description

About The Team

You will be joining Intel's cutting-edge product development group, a team focused on designing and verifying advanced semiconductor solutions. This group is at the forefront of innovation, delivering high-quality, scalable products that drive Intel's leadership in technology and performance. By contributing your skills here, you will help shape the future of computing and enable groundbreaking advancements in the industry.

Job Details

Job Description:

Position Overview

As a SoC Design Verification Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that Intel's complex System-on-Chip (SoC) designs meet functional specifications and deliver high-quality performance. You will design scalable and reusable verification plans, develop test environments, and execute tests to uncover issues and improve functionality. Your contributions will directly enhance Intel's product quality and ensure optimal performance in presilicon development.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and update UVM-based test bench generation and test case creation


• Define and develop scalable and reusable block, subsystem, and SoC verification plans


• Create test benches and verification environments that align with microarchitecture specifications


• Execute verification plans, including emulation and system simulation models, to ensure design functionality and uncover bugs


• Debug and root cause issues in presilicon environments, implementing corrective measures to address failures


• Collaborate with architects, RTL developers, postsilicon teams, and physical design teams to improve verification of complex architectural features


• Document and maintain test plans, driving technical reviews with design and architecture teams


• Integrate security coverage activities within test plans, including regression and debug tests


• Maintain and improve existing functional verification infrastructure and methodologies


• Absorb learnings from postsilicon development and incorporate feedback into improved verification strategies.

To Be Successful, You Should Demonstrate The Following

• Ability to work collaboratively across interdisciplinary teams


• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across interdisciplinary teams


• Passion for tackling complex problems and delivering innovative solutions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, with 7+ years of hands-on experience in SoC design verification, including demonstrated expertise in OVM/UVM methodologies, debugging, and test planning

OR

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, with 6+ years of hands-on experience in SoC design verification, including demonstrated expertise in OVM/UVM methodologies, debugging, and test planning.

The Experience Must Include

• AMBA protocols such as CHI, AXI, AHB, and APB with industry-standard VIP from various EDA vendors


• Creation and updating of UVM-based test benches and test case creation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with postsilicon validation and incorporating feedback into presilicon test plans


• Familiarity with emulation models and system simulation tools for performance analysis

We invite you to bring your expertise and creativity to Intel, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on future technology. Join us and shape the future of computing with your skills and dedication.

Job Type

Experienced Hire

Shift

Shift 1 (India)

Primary Location

India, Bangalore

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off‑site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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