ASIC Design Verification Engineer

Job Title

ASIC Design Verification Engineer

Role Summary

Join Celero Communications' ASIC verification team in Ottawa to verify complex ASICs used in optical transceivers for next-generation optical modems. The role focuses on developing verification plans, building SystemVerilog/UVM testbenches, executing directed and automated tests, and collaborating with design and systems teams to ensure functional, performance, and power requirements are met.

Experience Level

Mid-level — requires at least 3 years of ASIC verification experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include planning and executing verification activities and supporting system integration.

• Develop and implement verification plans for complex ASIC designs.
• Design, build, and maintain SystemVerilog/UVM testbenches and reusable verification components.
• Create and execute test cases to verify functionality, performance, and power targets.
• Perform code and functional coverage analysis to ensure thorough verification.
• Debug issues and work closely with design and system teams to resolve defects.
• Support system integration and validation activities.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience.

• 3+ years of ASIC verification experience.
• Proficiency in Verilog, SystemVerilog, and UVM.
• Strong understanding of ASIC verification flows and methodologies.
• Experience with formal verification techniques.
• Familiarity with MATLAB and C/C++ for simulation and evaluation.
• Knowledge of low-power design techniques.
• Strong problem-solving ability, communication, and teamwork skills.

Nice-to-have / preferred skills.

• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Tcl, Perl).
• Knowledge of DSP, digital communications, and FEC techniques.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to a fast-paced startup environment.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

About the Company

Company: Celero Communications

Headquarters: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Designs and develops optical transceivers and ASIC solutions for next-generation optical modems, focusing on digital ASIC/RTL design, verification, and optical communication technologies.