CPU Design Verification Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sophisticated verification plans to validate CPU logic against architectural and microarchitectural specifications
• Create scalable, reusable verification environments using UVM-based testbenches and advanced functional coverage models
• Perform in-depth functional coverage analysis, identify critical verification gaps, and implement strategic closure plans
• Execute complex system-level simulations to validate functionality
• Debug and perform root-cause analysis of issues in pre-silicon environments
• Develop automation scripts and tools using Python, Perl, or C++ to optimize verification workflows
• Partner closely with CPU architects and RTL developers to verify complex architectural features
• Maintain and enhance verification infrastructure, methodologies, and automation flows

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering or Computer Engineering
• 8+ years of experience in ASIC or FPGA design verification
• Expertise in Hardware Description Languages (Verilog or VHDL) and Hardware Verification Languages (SystemVerilog)
• Strong hands-on experience in developing UVM-based testbenches and verification components
• Experience with RISC-V instruction set architecture (ISA)
• Familiarity with industry-standard protocols such as AMBA (AXI, ACE, CHI, APB)
• Proficiency in scripting languages including Python, Perl, or Tcl for automation
• Experience with simulation and debug tools such as Synopsys VCS, Cadence Xcelium, or Mentor Questa

About the Company

Altera provides leadership programmable solutions that are easy-to-use and deploy in applications from cloud to edge, offering limitless AI possibilities. Our end-to-end broad portfolio of products including FPGAs, CPLDs, Intellectual Property, and System on Modules provides the flexibility to accelerate innovation and shape the future of computing.