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NXP Semiconductors

Automotive semiconductors and secure embedded solutions

Verification Engineer 2

Hardware Validation & TestingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • BSEE with 2–5 years of semiconductor industry experience, MSEE with 3+ years of experience, or PhD with 1+ years of experience.
  • Knowledge of protocols such as DDR, PCIe, and AMBA (CHI, ACE, AXI).
  • Strong expertise in Verilog and SystemVerilog; VHDL is a plus.
  • Experience with OVM/UVM and class-based verification methodologies.
  • Experience with formal verification methodologies.
  • Experience leveraging AI/LLM-based approaches to improve engineering efficiency.
  • Test pattern debugging and validation on simulation and automated test environments.
  • Scripting in Python, Perl, and UNIX/Linux.
  • Familiarity with functional and code coverage methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute verification plans.
  • Develop and implement verification testbenches.
  • Develop testbench components such as drivers, monitors, and scoreboards, and leverage advanced UVM VIPs.
  • Develop directed and constrained-random stimulus.
  • Analyze RTL, functional coverage, and assertion coverage results.
  • Define and develop functional coverage models.
  • Develop and maintain SystemVerilog assertions (SVA).
  • Apply formal verification methodologies.
  • Demonstrate debugging, including failure reproduction and root-cause analysis.
  • Drive a zero-defect mindset across the verification team.
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance on complex verification challenges.
  • Mentor and grow a small team of engineers.

Desired Qualifications

  • VHDL.
  • Familiarity with major simulation and debug tools.

About the Company

NXP Semiconductors

Automotive semiconductors and secure embedded solutions

NXP Semiconductors designs and sells semiconductor chips for vehicles and other devices. Its products include automotive-grade microcontrollers and other ICs used in engines, infotainment, safety systems, and networked car architectures. These chips process data, run software, and enable features such as advanced driver assistance and vehicle connectivity, often with strong security and real-time performance. Unlike some peers, NXP became an independent company after Philips spun off its semiconductor unit in 2006 and later merged with Freescale in 2015, building a focused strength in automotive semiconductors and microcontrollers. This gives it a clear niche in the market and the goal of growing as a standalone leader in smarter, connected vehicles and related technologies.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Eindhoven, Netherlands
Founded
2004

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