Scientist - ASIC Verification, Interface IP (PCIe/CXL)
SynopsysJob Title
Scientist - ASIC Verification, Interface IP (PCIe/CXL)
Role Summary
Engineer responsible for verification of high-speed interface IP (PCIe and CXL) within ASIC designs. Work with IP and SoC teams to build verification environments, exercise feature sets, and ensure protocol compliance and silicon readiness.
Experience Level
Mid-level. Years of experience not specified in the source.
Responsibilities
Typical responsibilities for this role include:
- Design and implement verification environments and testbenches for PCIe/CXL interface IP.
- Create directed and randomized test cases, develop coverage plans, and track closure.
- Integrate and run simulations, and work with emulation or FPGA prototypes as needed.
- Debug functional issues across IP and SoC integrations; triage root causes with design teams.
- Collaborate with architects, RTL designers, and software teams to define verification requirements and timelines.
- Document verification results and contribute to release criteria for IP deliveries.
Requirements
Minimum and preferred qualifications, summarized:
- Must-have: Experience in ASIC verification and familiarity with interface IP such as PCIe or CXL.
- Must-have: Practical experience with verification languages and methodologies (e.g., SystemVerilog, UVM) and simulation tools.
- Must-have: Strong debugging skills and experience diagnosing RTL, protocol, and integration issues.
- Nice-to-have: Experience with emulation/FPGAs, formal verification, or protocol compliance testing labs.
- Nice-to-have: Scripting proficiency (Python, TCL, shell) for automation and data analysis.
Education Requirements
Not specified.
About the Company
Company: Synopsys
Headquarters: Mountain View, California, USA
Synopsys is a leading company in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP solutions. It provides tools and services for designing and verifying complex semiconductor devices and systems. The company plays a pivotal role in the semiconductor industry, helping engineers innovate and deliver higher-quality products faster. Synopsys is committed to advancing technology standards and offers a range of software and hardware solutions to its clients globally.
