Software Engineer – Hardware Design Verification

Job Title

Software Engineer – Hardware Design Verification

Role Summary

The engineer will develop C/C++ embedded software for pre-silicon verification of Ethernet/networking IP used in next-generation SoCs for automotive, industrial, and edge computing markets. The role sits in Advanced Chip Engineering R&D and requires close collaboration with hardware IP design and verification teams to deliver high-quality, portable verification software.

Experience Level

Mid-level. No explicit years-of-experience requirement listed.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include verification software design, integration with hardware teams, and ensuring software quality and portability.

• Design and implement C/C++ embedded software for pre-silicon verification of Ethernet networking features and performance.
• Contribute to the design and verification of Ethernet/networking IP to be integrated into SoCs.
• Perform trade-off analysis on performance versus complexity and propose pragmatic solutions.
• Plan and execute verification activities in coordination with IP design and verification teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in verification and software development methodology.
• Ensure software is portable across multiple platforms and maintains high quality.
• Investigate and solve novel or complex hardware-software integration problems.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and professional competencies; desirable skills listed separately.

• Must-have: Experience in C/C++ design and implementation for embedded or systems software.
• Must-have: Familiarity with software development methodologies and development tools.
• Must-have: Experience or understanding of embedded software development.
• Must-have: Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and written/verbal communication; ability to read and write technical documentation.
• Nice-to-have: Understanding of computer architecture and digital logic design.
• Nice-to-have: Knowledge of networking technologies including TCP/IP and IEEE TSN (Time Sensitive Networking).
• Nice-to-have: Experience with networking products (routers, bridges, switches) and FPGA experience.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (the posting specifies a Bachelor's in these areas or related education).

About the Company

Company: NXP Semiconductors

Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands

NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor company that provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions. With over 45,000 employees and operations in more than 35 countries, NXP is a leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, catering to automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, advancing a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through technology.