RISC-V CPU Design Verification (Multiple Levels) - Pune

Job Title

RISC-V CPU Design Verification (Multiple Levels)

Role Summary

Qualcomm is hiring verification engineers to develop and execute verification plans for high-performance, low-power RISC-V CPU cores. The role focuses on simulation, formal methods, emulation/FPGA validation and silicon debug while working with architects, RTL designers, software and SoC teams.

Experience Level

Mid-level role; open across multiple experience levels. Typical candidates have roughly 2–8+ years of relevant CPU design/verification experience depending on level.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute verification plans for CPU units and features.
• Create and maintain testbenches, checkers, assertions and stimulus generators using simulation and formal tools.
• Implement assembly and C tests to validate CPU architecture and microarchitecture behavior.
• Integrate and validate use cases with system architects, RTL designers, software and SoC teams.
• Enable and run verification on emulation and FPGA platforms; collaborate with emulation teams.
• Debug and triage failures in simulation, emulation and silicon; characterize root causes and verify fixes.

Requirements

Technical must-haves and preferred skills.

• Must-have:
  • Experience with simulation-based verification and formal techniques; developing testbenches and assertions.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages for test development and automation.
  • Hands-on experience with HDLs such as Verilog/SystemVerilog.
  • Strong understanding of CPU architectures and microarchitecture concepts.
  • Experience verifying power-management features (clock gating, power gating, UPF, DVFS/DCVS, throttling, reliability).
  • Experience using emulators and FPGA platforms for verification and bring-up.
• Nice-to-have:
  • Industry experience with CPU ISAs (x86, ARM, MIPS, RISC-V, POWER).
  • Knowledge of DFT and structural debug (JTAG, IEEE1500, MBIST, scan/memory dump).
  • Experience with advanced verification techniques and formal assertion methodologies.
  • In-depth digital logic design, microprocessor debug features and DFT architecture knowledge.

Education Requirements

Qualifications listed: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field (with ~2+ years experience); Master’s degree in those fields (with ~1+ year experience); or PhD in a related field. The posting also lists BE/BTech in CS/EE with 4+ years experience. (Equivalent relevant work experience is considered in the posted minimums.)

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.