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ASIC Digital Design Principal Engineer

Synopsys
Full-time
On-site
Mississauga, Ontario
Level - Senior

Role Summary

The ASIC Digital Design Principal Engineer role involves developing innovative verification strategies for complex mixed-signal IP, focusing on high-performance silicon chips for networking and connectivity applications.

Experience Level

10+ years of ASIC verification experience required, with a strong foundation in digital and mixed-signal domains.

Responsibilities

  • Develop comprehensive test plans for complex mixed-signal IP, detailing verification strategies and coverage goals.
  • Design and implement UVM-based testbenches using constraint-random verification methodologies to ensure thorough validation.
  • Enhance and modify testbench components to support evolving product features.
  • Write advanced SystemVerilog tests to validate digital and mixed-signal interaction.
  • Run RTL and GLS regressions, analyze failures, and drive issue resolution working closely with design and architecture teams.
  • Achieve code and functional coverage goals ensuring verification completeness.
  • Explore opportunities for AI adoption to optimize verification flows.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • Hands-on experience writing complex SystemVerilog test cases for advanced verification scenarios.
  • Proven expertise in developing UVM-based test benches and utilizing constraint-random methodologies.
  • Proficiency in scripting with languages such as Python for task automation.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • The ability to collaborate across multiple design teams and disciplines.

Education Requirements

No specific education requirements mentioned; however, relevant experience and expertise are critical components for consideration.