SoC Verification Engineer

Intel; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,200,000 - 6,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel in Bangalore, India is seeking a SoC Design Verification Engineer to join a cutting‑edge product development group. You will design scalable verification plans, develop test environments, and execute tests to uncover issues, drive improvements, and ensure high‑quality presilicon performance.

The role requires expertise in OVM/UVM methodologies, debugging, and test planning, with AMBA protocols (CHI/AXI/AHB/APB) and industry VIP experience. Hybrid work model offered, location Bangalore.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in SoC design verification
• Expertise in OVM/UVM methodologies, debugging, and test planning

Responsibilities

• Create and update UVM-based test benches and test case creation
• Define scalable and reusable block/subsystem/SoC verification plans
• Develop test benches aligned with microarchitecture specifications
• Execute verification plans using emulation and system simulation
• Debug and root cause issues in presilicon environments
• Collaborate with architects, RTL developers, postsilicon teams, and physical design teams
• Document and maintain test plans and drive technical reviews
• Incorporate security coverage activities within test plans
• Maintain and improve verification infrastructure and methodologies
• Absorb learnings from postsilicon development and feed back into presilicon plans

Skills

SoC design verification

OVM/UVM methodologies

Debugging

Test planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

EDA VIP tools

Job description

Job Details

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.

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

Position of Trust

N/A

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.

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

Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.