Senior Verification Engineer (RISC-V & UPF) - Remote

Job Title: Senior Verification Engineer (RISC-V & UPF) - Remote
Full-time + Benefits + Bonuses
Work Status: US Citizen / US Permanent Resident
Location: Remote (anywhere in US)

We are looking for a skilled verification engineer to help enhance the performance of cutting-edge RISC-V processors. In this role, you will analyze and improve various aspects of CPU core and memory system functionality. You'll apply your expertise in processor architecture, design, and performance analysis to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including RTL designers, verification engineers, and software developers. Your insights will drive optimizations, innovations, and feature improvements based on performance metrics and PPA considerations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement testbenches utilizing UVM-based methodologies
• Design and build verification components using UVM frameworks
• Conduct block-level verification to ensure performance goals and design compliance
• Create and execute verification strategies aligned with system specifications
• Define, implement, and assess coverage metrics to enhance verification quality
• Develop and apply formal verification techniques
• Automate verification tasks with custom tools
• Evaluate and test design performance for efficiency and accuracy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields
• 8+ years of experience in verification in a strong industry background in developing testbenches and verification components with SystemVerilog and UVM from the ground up
• Expertise in event-driven simulator-based modeling techniques
• Familiarity with low-power design methodologies (UPF)
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, or Perl
• Solid grasp of chip and computer architecture

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is between $155,000 to $175,000, which also includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Full-Time Benefits:
• 15 days of PTO per calendar year
• 10 paid Holidays per calendar year
• Comprehensive Medical Benefits: Company covers 80% of premiums for Employee and Dependents
• Dental & Vision: Company covers 50% of premiums for Employee and Dependents
• Voluntary Benefits: Life Insurance, FSA (Health and Dependent, Limited Purpose), HAS, and Gap Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• 401k - Traditional & Roth
• Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition reimbursement

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