DFX Verification Engineer

Job Title

DFX Verification Engineer

Role Summary

Responsible for verification of Design-for-Debug (DFX) architectures and pre-silicon system verification for SoC/FPGA/full-chip designs. The role creates test cases and UVM-based testbenches, defines verification strategies and test plans, and coordinates with design, software, and architecture teams to achieve coverage and validate performance.

Experience Level

Mid-level - typically 5+ years of experience in ASIC design and/or verification.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities focus on pre-silicon functional verification and cross-functional coordination.

• Perform pre-silicon system verification for SoC, FPGA and full-chip designs.
• Develop testcases and UVM testbenches.
• Define verification strategies, methodology and test plans to achieve effective coverage.
• Coordinate verification efforts with Design, Software, and Architecture teams.
• Use system-level applications to verify performance and identify gaps.
• Work with emulation platforms when applicable (experience is an advantage).

Requirements

Key technical and interpersonal requirements; items labeled "Must-have" are essential.

• Must-have: 5+ years of experience with complex ASIC designs and/or verification.
• Must-have: Familiarity with SystemVerilog and UVM verification methodology.
• Must-have: Experience with formal verification methods.
• Must-have: Experience with Design-for-Debug architectures (JTAG, high-speed USB, PCIe debug, visualization of internal signals) and verification of these features.
• Must-have: Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with geographically distributed teams.
• Nice-to-have: Experience with ARM and RISC debug architectures.
• Nice-to-have: Prior exposure to UltraSoC/Tessent Embedded Analytics Debug Architecture.
• Nice-to-have: Experience with emulation platforms.
• Desired tooling: Working knowledge of Linux/Unix scripting; proficiency in Perl and/or Python is desirable.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to change.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

About the Company

Company: Altera

Headquarters: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Altera provides leadership programmable solutions for applications ranging from cloud to edge, unveiling limitless AI possibilities. Their extensive product portfolio includes FPGAs, CPLDs, Intellectual Property, development tools, and System on Modules aimed at accelerating innovation in various fields.