ASIC Verification, Principal Engineer

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 5055 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 07/10/2025

Principal Verification Engineer

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 and innovative ASIC Digital Design Principal Engineer with a passion for verification and a keen eye for detail. With a strong background in architecting verification environments for complex serial protocols, you are proficient in HVL (System Verilog) and have hands-on experience with industry-standard simulators. Your extensive experience includes developing and implementing test plans, extracting verification metrics, and coding for functional coverage. You are well-versed in verification methodologies such as VMM, OVM, and UVM, and have a solid understanding of protocols like MIPI-I3C, UFS, Unipro, AMBA, SD/eMMC, Ethernet, DDR, PCIe, and USB. Your familiarity with HDLs like Verilog and scripting languages such as Perl, TCL, and Python enhances your verification processes. You possess exceptional problem-solving skills, demonstrate high levels of initiative, and excel in written and oral communication. Your collaborative spirit enables you to work closely with RTL designers and seamlessly integrate into a global team of professional verification engineers, driving the next generation of connectivity protocols for commercial, enterprise, and automotive applications.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Specifying, designing, and implementing state-of-the-art verification environments for the DesignWare family of synthesizable cores.
• Performing verification tasks for IP cores, including test planning and environment coding at both unit and system levels.
• Developing and implementing test cases, debugging, functional coverage coding, and testing to meet quality metric goals.
• Managing regression and ensuring adherence to verification methodologies.
• Collaborating closely with RTL designers and a global team of verification engineers.
• Working on next-generation connectivity protocols for commercial, enterprise, and automotive applications.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhancing the reliability and performance of Synopsys' IP cores through meticulous verification processes.
• Contributing to the development of cutting-edge connectivity protocols.
• Driving innovation in chip design and verification, supporting the creation of high-performance silicon chips.
• Ensuring the delivery of high-quality IP cores to our customers.
• Supporting the continuous improvement of verification methodologies and processes.
• Fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing within a global team, enhancing overall team performance.

What You’ll Need:

• BSEE in Electrical Engineering with 12+ years of relevant experience or MSEE with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in architecting verification environments for complex serial protocols.
• Proficiency in HVL (System Verilog) and industry-standard simulators such as VCS, NC, and MTI.
• Expertise in verification methodologies such as VMM, OVM, and UVM.
• Knowledge of protocols like MIPI-I3C, UFS, Unipro, AMBA, SD/eMMC, Ethernet, DDR, PCIe, and USB.
• Familiarity with Verilog and scripting languages such as Perl, TCL, and Python.
• Experience with IP design and verification processes, including VIP development.

Who You Are:

• Detail-oriented with exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Proactive and able to demonstrate high levels of initiative.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a global team environment.
• Adaptable and capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be joining the DesignWare IP Verification R&D team at Synopsys, a dynamic group dedicated to specifying, designing, and implementing verification environments for synthesizable cores. Working closely with RTL designers, you will be part of a collaborative global team of professional verification engineers focused on developing the next generation of connectivity protocols for diverse applications.

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. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.