Director Formal Verification Engineering
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Apply NowWe 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 a visionary and experienced leader with a deep understanding of formal verification methodologies and a passion for driving innovation in digital design IPs. With a strong technical background and proven leadership skills, you excel at guiding teams to achieve excellence in verification processes. You understand the complexities of high-speed interface protocols such as CXL, UCIe, USB, and others, and you have a track record of delivering high-quality, reliable IP solutions. Your ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively makes you a valuable collaborator with cross-functional teams and external partners. You are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and innovation within your team.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Develop and lead the formal verification strategy for IPs, ensuring alignment with industry standards and customer needs for high-speed, high-performance, and reliable IP solutions.
- Oversee the design, execution, and continuous improvement of formal verification methodologies for IPs, including CXL, UCIe, USB, and more.
- Provide technical and strategic guidance to the engineering teams, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
- Build and lead a high-performing team of formal verification engineers, defining clear goals, objectives, and metrics for success.
- Mentor and coach engineering managers and technical leads, cultivating technical talent and promoting professional growth within the team.
- Collaborate closely with IP design, architecture, product management, and customer support teams to ensure a seamless and comprehensive verification process.
- Act as the primary technical interface with key clients and partners, presenting verification methodologies, status updates, and final verification results.
- Stay at the forefront of formal verification methodologies and industry trends in IP verification, particularly for high-speed interfaces.
- Represent the company in industry forums, technical conferences, and consortiums, positioning the company as a thought leader in formal verification of high-speed IPs.
The Impact You Will Have:
- Drive the formal verification strategy for cutting-edge digital design IPs, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, reliable IP solutions to leading semiconductor design companies worldwide.
- Enhance the overall quality and performance of IPs through rigorous verification methodologies and continuous improvement processes.
- Foster a culture of innovation and excellence within the engineering teams, leading to the development of industry-leading verification techniques and tools.
- Improve the efficiency and scalability of verification workflows, contributing to the timely and cost-effective delivery of multiple concurrent IP verification projects.
- Strengthen cross-functional collaboration, ensuring a seamless and comprehensive verification process that meets customer requirements and industry standards.
- Position Synopsys as a thought leader in the field of formal verification through active engagement in industry forums, technical conferences, and consortiums.
What You Will Need:
- Bachelors or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field; a Ph.D. is a plus.
- 10+ years in digital design and formal verification of hardware IPs, with 4+ years in a senior engineering management or director role.
- Proven experience in formal verification methodologies and tools (e.g., Jasper, VC Formal, Questa Formal, etc.).
- Deep understanding of digital design, computer architecture, and high-speed interface protocols such as CXL, UCIe, USB, PCIe, and Ethernet.
- Hands-on experience with verification languages (SystemVerilog Assertions, PSL) and scripting languages (Python, TCL).
- Demonstrated success in leading engineering teams, with a focus on fostering a high-performance culture and enabling team members to grow their technical skills.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of distilling complex technical information into clear, concise presentations for internal stakeholders, partners, and customers.
Who You Are:
- A visionary leader with a passion for innovation and excellence in formal verification.
- A strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement comprehensive verification strategies.
- A mentor and coach, dedicated to fostering professional growth and continuous learning within your team.
- An effective communicator, able to convey complex technical concepts clearly and concisely.
- A collaborative team player, capable of working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
- A thought leader in the field of formal verification, actively engaged in industry forums and technical conferences.
The Team You Will Be A Part Of:
You will be leading a high-performing team of formal verification engineers dedicated to ensuring the quality and reliability of our digital design IPs. This team is responsible for developing and implementing cutting-edge verification methodologies for high-speed interface protocols. You will work closely with IP design, architecture, product management, and customer support teams to deliver high-value IP solutions to leading semiconductor design companies worldwide. Together, you will drive innovation and excellence in formal verification, positioning Synopsys as a leader in the industry.
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.
Inclusion and Diversity are important to us. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military veteran status, or disability.
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