LPASS Design Verification Engineer

Job Title

LPASS Design Verification Engineer

Role Summary

Responsible for design verification of the Low Power Audio Subsystem (LPASS). The role owns verification for one or more LPASS features, develops robust SV/UVM testbenches, debugs RTL/testbench issues, and works with cross-functional teams to ensure silicon quality for tape-out.

Position is part of the LPASS hardware team based in Bangalore contributing to Qualcomm audio solutions for mobile computing devices.

Experience Level

Entry-level - typically 1–2 years of VLSI industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include ownership of verification tasks and improving verification quality and efficiency.

• Take DV ownership for one or more LPASS core features.
• Design and implement robust, optimized SV/UVM testbenches for the DUT.
• Develop and apply formal, simulation, and emulation-based verification methodologies.
• Debug RTL and testbench issues to root cause using waveform and debug tools.
• Collaborate with architecture, RTL, firmware, and bring-up teams to drive tape-out readiness.
• Contribute process improvements to verification flows and testbench efficiency.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience; preferred items listed separately.

• 1–2 years of VLSI industry experience (minimum).
• Strong debugging and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Verilog and SystemVerilog.
• Experience developing SV/UVM-based testbenches.
• Experience debugging RTL/testbench issues using Verdi or similar tools.
• Proficient with scripting languages such as Perl and/or Python.
• Nice-to-have: knowledge of UPF and low-power architecture.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or a related field is specified.

About the Company

Company: Qualcomm

Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States

Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.