Design Engineering Architect

Job Title

Design Engineering Architect

Role Summary

Senior verification architect on the Cadence IP Group team based in Bangalore/Noida. Own verification strategy and delivery for high-speed serial and interface IPs, ensuring quality through UVM-based testbenches, formal methods, and emulation where applicable.

Experience Level

Senior — 18+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Design and execute verification activities for complex IP blocks; build scalable, reusable test infrastructure and drive verification closure.

• Develop robust UVM testbenches and verification environments for serial/interface IPs (PCIe, CCIX, CXL, USB, Ethernet, SATA/SAS, UFS, SPI, HDMI, MIPI, I3C).
• Define verification strategy and detailed test plans; prioritize coverage and sign-off criteria.
• Perform debugging, root-cause analysis, and failure triage across RTL, testbench, and verification environments.
• Participate in formal verification and emulation qualification for complex modules as needed.
• Collaborate with design, IP integration, and system teams across geographies; communicate project status and risks to stakeholders.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills, plus behavioral and collaboration attributes required to succeed in the role.

• Must-have: Extensive experience with UVM and functional verification for high-speed serial/interface IPs.
• Must-have: Proven debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills for complex RTL and verification issues.
• Must-have: Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills; ability to work across teams and geographies.
• Must-have: Self-starter with a track record of delivering high-quality results on schedule.
• Nice-to-have: Experience with formal verification and emulation flows for IP qualification.

Education Requirements

Requires a B. Tech or M.Tech degree (engineering). The posting specifies 18+ years of relevant experience in addition to the degree requirement.

About the Company

Company: Cadence Design Systems

Headquarters: San Jose, California, USA

Cadence Design Systems is a global electronic design automation company that provides software, hardware, and intellectual property for designing advanced semiconductor chips. With over 25 years in the industry, Cadence is known for its innovative technology solutions and has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. The company is dedicated to solving complex technical challenges in order to enable customers to create revolutionary products and experiences.