Design Engineer, Verification

Job Title

Design Engineer, Verification

Role Summary

Work on hardware design verification for RISC-V processors/cores, developing testbenches, tests, models, and verification flows. The role supports design verification, performance analysis, and methodology development within a semiconductor design organization.

Experience Level

Mid-level. Typical experience guidance: Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 1–3 years.

Responsibilities

Primary duties focus on verification activities for processor/IP designs.

• Review design and RISC-V standard specifications.
• Develop testbenches, create test plans and test cases.
• Debug test cases and drive coverage closure.
• Modeling and performance analysis of processor blocks.
• Develop verification flows, methodologies, and automation.
• Document processes and methodologies clearly.
• Follow Environmental, Health, Safety & Security procedures.

Requirements

Key technical skills and competencies required.

Must-have:

• Proficient with Hardware Description Languages such as Verilog/SystemVerilog.
• Knowledge of IP/SOC development and verification processes.
• Experience with UNIX/Linux environments.
• Programming skills: Assembly and C; scripting in Python or Perl.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English; ability to document processes.
• Curiosity and ability to learn new tools and languages.

Nice-to-have:

• Prior leadership or mentoring experience (projects, internships, competitions).
• Project management and the ability to navigate ambiguous problems.

Education Requirements

Graduates in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering or a related field where computer architecture and VLSI design are primary parts of the curriculum. Minimum overall GPA of 3.0. Typical experience expectations: Bachelor's with 3–5 years relevant experience or Master's with 1–3 years.

About the Company

Company: GlobalFoundries

Headquarters: Saratoga Springs, New York, USA

GlobalFoundries is a leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry, with facilities in multiple countries, including the USA. The company develops a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies and employs around 13,000 people worldwide. GlobalFoundries focuses on enhancing competitiveness in specialized application solutions and fostering innovation in mobile communications, consumer electronics, and automotive applications.