ASIC & Firmware Verification Engineer Intern

Introduction:

We Are: Drive technology innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology drives the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, where smart tech and AI are seamlessly woven into daily life. From self-driving cars and health-monitoring smartwatches to renewable energy systems that efficiently distribute clean power, Synopsys creates high-performance silicon chips that help build a healthier, safer, and more sustainable world.

Internship Experience:

At Synopsys, interns dive into real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience while collaborating with our passionate teams worldwide—and having fun in the process! You'll have the freedom to share your ideas, unleash your creativity, and explore your interests. This is your opportunity to bring your solutions to life and work with cutting-edge technology that shapes not only the future of innovation but also your own career path. Join us and start shaping your future today!

Mission Statement:

Our mission is to fuel today’s innovations and spark tomorrow’s creativity. Together, we embrace a growth mindset, empower one another, and collaborate to achieve our shared goals. Every day, we live by our values of Integrity, Excellence, Leadership, and Passion, fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive—both at work and beyond.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Writing modular constrained-random Verilog, System Verilog, and UVM/VMM testbenches
• Executing system-level tests to verify firmware in the prototype environment
• Assessing functional coverage, assertion coverage, and code coverage during verification
• Implementing FPGA modules for validating firmware on hardware setups
• Creating and updating test plans and test cases
• Monitoring simulation regressions and analyzing failure cases
• Scripting for automating firmware verification process
• Tracking issues in Jira and documenting in Confluence

What You’ll Need:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field in the penultimate year of study
• Hands-on experience in writing test cases in Verilog and System Verilog
• FPGA RTL development and hardware validation experience is desired
• Excellent programming skills in Python or C
• Basic understanding of assembly language programming and RISC processors
• Familiarity with scripting languages like Perl and working in a Linux environment
• Familiarity with VMM/UVM verification methodology
• Good understanding of test coverage and code quality metrics
• Basic knowledge of high-speed digital & mixed-signal design is desired
• Familiarity with version control systems (GIT/SVN/Perforce) is an asset
• Familiarity with JIRA and Confluence platforms
• Good organization and communication skills for interacting between different teams

Key Program Facts:

• Program Length: 12-16 months
• Location: Markham, Canada
• Working Model: In-office
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time
• Start Date: May 2025

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Synopsys is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of age, color, family or medical leave, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, race and ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us.

Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact hr-help-canada@synopsys.com.