Principal Engineer Verification & Validation

Infineon Technologies AG; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 147,400 - 202,700; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG is looking for a Senior Staff Engineer Verification & Validation in San Jose, California. The role involves merging creativity with technical expertise to drive groundbreaking projects.

Key responsibilities include contributing to micro-architecture definition, defining verification strategies and mentoring other engineers. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 6-8 years of relevant experience.

This position offers a salary range of $147,400 to $202,700 annually, along with participation in an incentive plan.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in related fields.
• Strong experience in complex IP verification.
• Good problem-solving skills with internal and external teams.

Responsibilities

• Participating in architecture definition and modeling.
• Defining verification strategy for IP/Chip/System.
• Driving block/chip/system level test plan development.

Skills

Gate level simulation knowledge

Power aware simulations

Object oriented programming

Verification IP experience

Constraint random verification

Silicon debug

Performance and latency verification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Your Role

As a Senior Staff Engineer Verification & Validation on our Research & Development team, you'll have the opportunity to merge creativity with your technical expertise by shaping the future of technology, driving groundbreaking projects, and bringing new ideas to life. Are you in?

Key Responsibilities

• Participating in architecture definition and modeling
• Contributing to micro-architecture definition and reviews
• Reviewing standard specs and incorporating any changes into the verification plan to ensure compliance
• Defining verification strategy (constraint random, Formal, Directed, etc.) for IP/Chip/System level verification
• Defining and implementing verification environment architecture and methodology development
• Driving block/chip/system level test plan development and execution
• Working with ASIC designers and architects to produce thoroughly verified, robust IP
• Overseeing all verification for the IP/Chip/System and driving functional and code coverage closure
• Actively participating in post-silicon bring-up, validation and compliance testing
• Actively participating in cross functional collaboration with design, software and hardware teams to ensure a successful product delivery
• Mentor other engineers and technically guide them

Your Profile

• Minimum a Bachelor’s Degree (or foreign equivalent) in electrical engineering and Electronic Engineering or a related field
• 6-8 years of experience with working knowledge of gate level simulation and power aware simulations
• Proficient in object oriented programming and development of re‑usable test‑bench
• Experience in working with verification IP’s
• Experience with implementing constraint random verification methodology
• Good problem solving skills and working effectively with both internal and external teams/customers
• Experience with silicon debug which include logic and custom Analog Blocks working together
• Understanding of performance and latency verification and being self‑motivated with the initiative to seek constant improvements in the verification methodologies
• Proven track record of taking IPs from product definition to production; experience in complex IP verification; good understanding of IP design and verification methodologies and flows; solid understanding of standard IP verification techniques

#WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization. As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game‑changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener. Are you in?

We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone. This means we embrace diversity and inclusion and welcome everyone for who they are. At Infineon, we offer a working environment characterized by trust, openness, respect and tolerance and are committed to give all applicants and employees equal opportunities. We base our recruiting decisions on the applicant’s experience and skills. Learn more about our various contact channels. We look forward to receiving your resume, even if you do not entirely meet all the requirements of the job posting. Please let your recruiter know if they need to pay special attention to something in order to enable your participation in the interview process. Click here for more information about Diversity & Inclusion at Infineon.

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Infineon Technologies Americas Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.

Employment at Infineon is contingent upon proof of your legal right to work in the United States under applicable law, verification of satisfactory references and successful completion of a background check and drug test, and signing all your onboarding documents.

In some instances, if applicable, U.S. export control laws require that Infineon obtain a U.S. government export license prior to releasing technologies to certain persons. This offer is contingent upon Infineon’s ability to satisfy these export control laws as related to your employment and anticipated job activities. The decision whether or not to submit and/or pursue an export license to satisfy this contingency, if applicable, shall be at Infineon’s sole discretion.

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In the United States, it is required to disclose a salary range to applicants. The Wage range that the company expects to pay for a qualified candidate in the United States is: San Jose, CA Minimum of $147,400 per year and maximum of $202,700 per year.

In addition, all employees will be eligible to participate in an incentive plan.