Senior Principal Design Verification Engineer

Marvell Semiconductor, Inc.; California, Santa Clara (MO, CA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of semiconductor solutions, where you will play a crucial role in verifying advanced circuitry for high-speed data transfers. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in AI and cloud data centers, ensuring that designs meet customer specifications. You will collaborate with talented engineers, develop innovative test plans, and mentor the next generation of engineers. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

Flexible time off

401(k)

Year-end shutdown

Floating holidays

Paid volunteer time

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in SoC verification and test bench development.
• Proficiency in UVM, SystemVerilog, and C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement simulation test benches in UVM.
• Develop and execute test plans to verify correctness and performance.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers for successful project outcomes.

Skills

SoC verification

UVM

SystemVerilog

C/C++

DPI

object-oriented programming

white-box testing

black-box testing

coverage

gate-level simulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in related fields

Job description

About Marvell

Marvell's semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. Across enterprise, cloud and AI, automotive, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities.

At Marvell, you can influence individual lives, advance entire industries, and contribute to transformative innovation. We are a place to thrive, learn, and lead for those committed to purposeful and enduring progress.

Your Team, Your Impact

Marvell Custom Solutions develops cutting-edge solutions for large AI, cloud data center, and telecom customers. Our SoCs feature top performance, advanced die-to-die and packaging technology, and optimized low-power techniques.

As part of the Marvell Data Center Design Verification Team, you will verify the circuitry inside our chips for the general market and specific customers. These chips utilize highly advanced technology to facilitate high-speed data transfers. Your role is to verify that each design meets customer specifications, whether for hyperscalers, telecom organizations, or others.

What You Can Expect

• Architect and implement simulation test benches in UVM.
• Develop and execute test plans to verify correctness and performance.
• Own and debug simulation failures to identify root causes.
• Collaborate closely with logic designers for test plan development, execution, debugging, coverage closure, and gate-level simulations.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers to ensure successful project outcomes.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields with 15+ years of experience, OR Master's degree with 10-12 years, OR PhD with 8-10 years of experience.

• Strong background in SoC verification and test bench development using UVM, SystemVerilog, C/C++, and DPI.
• Proficiency in verification methodologies, including object-oriented programming, white-box/black-box testing, coverage, and gate-level simulations.
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Active participation in problem-solving and quality improvement activities.
• Initiative and a proactive approach.
• Detail-oriented with a fact-based approach to ideas.
• Ability to define problems, analyze data, and draw valid conclusions from datasets.

Compensation & Benefits

Expected base pay range: $168,920 - $253,000 per annum. The starting salary will be determined based on skills, experience, qualifications, location, and market conditions. This range may be adjusted based on market dynamics.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package including base salary, bonus, and equity, along with health and financial wellbeing benefits. Our perks include flexible time off, 401(k), year-end shutdown, floating holidays, and paid volunteer time. For questions about benefits, please ask during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Employment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Applicants requiring accommodations during the process can contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at [e-mail].