Design Verification Engineer

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THE ROLE: 

We are looking for an experienced Design Verification Engineer to join our team  for cutting-edge server memory products. This individual will be responsible for driving the verification efforts of DDR interfaces, including advanced memory protocols such as DFI, DDR5, and LPDDR5/LPDDR6, across a range of DIMMs (Dual In-line Memory Modules). The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of SystemVerilog, UVM, C/C++, and scripting languages like Python/Perl.

THE PERSON:

You have excellent communication and presentation skills, demonstrated through technical publications, presentations, trainings, executive briefings, etc.  You are highly adept at collaboration among top-thinkers and engineers alike, ready to mentor and guide, and help to elevate the knowledge and skills of the team around you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with a team verification engineers in the development and execution of verification plan for DDR5, LPDDR5, and DFI memory systems in server products.
• Comprehend the PHY's interaction in the complete system which includes HW (Silicon), FW, BIOS & SW and ensure that FW, BIOS & SW are aligned to enable all features of the memory interface.
• Understand RTL and micro-architecture sufficiently to engage in cross functional discussions with IP/Domain architects and Design engineers for planning and debug.
• Knowledge sharing and other contributions to verification methodology
• Support Post-Si teams for Product Performance, Power and functional issues debug/resolution

 PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Developed and implemented SystemVerilog and UVM (Universal Verification Methodology) based testbenches, simulation environments, and functional coverage models for DDR5 and LPDDR5 systems.
• Worked closely with hardware, firmware, and software teams to align on system-level memory architecture, identify potential integration issues, and define validation requirements early in the design phase.
• Built VIPs and BFMs for memory interfaces from scratch (preferrable)
• GLS, NLP, XPROP simulation experience is preferable
• Strong proficiency in system verilog assertions, constraints and coverage.
• Worked in formal verification methods, with proven record of tool usage beyond the standard apps.
• Excellent communication, management, and presentation skills.

 ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s  or Master’s degree  in related discipline preferred

LOCATION: Santa Clara, CA 

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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