Interface IP Verification Engineer (Pre-Silicon) - 18380

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · QA & Testing

In short

Synopsys is seeking an experienced Interface IP Verification Engineer (Pre-Silicon) in Austin, Texas, to own the verification of next-generation PCIe, CXL, DDR, and Ethernet IP for AI, cloud, and high-performance computing systems. This role requires a strong background in ASIC verification with SystemVerilog and UVM, and expertise in high-speed interfaces.

Responsibilities

  • Own verification of industry-leading Interface IP solutions including PCIe, CXL, DDR, and Ethernet technologies.
  • Architect and develop scalable UVM-based verification environments and reusable verification IP.
  • Drive verification strategy from specification review through coverage closure and product release.
  • Collaborate closely with architecture, RTL design, firmware, and system teams to identify issues early and accelerate product quality.
  • Debug challenging design and system-level issues while improving verification efficiency and automation.
  • Mentor engineers and contribute to the evolution of verification best practices across the organization.

Requirements

  • BSEE/MSEE with 5+ years of direct industry proven success verifying complex ASIC or SoC designs using SystemVerilog and UVM.
  • Strong protocol expertise in one or more of the following: PCIe, CXL, DDR, Ethernet, or other high-speed interfaces.
  • Experience developing constrained-random, coverage-driven verification environments.
  • Strong debugging skills across RTL, simulation, and protocol compliance issues.
  • Experience with industry-standard simulators such as VCS, ModelSim, or similar tools.
  • Ability to drive technical initiatives independently while collaborating across global engineering teams.

Desired Qualifications

  • Deliver robust verification solutions for complex Interface IP products.
  • Improve testbench reuse, coverage, and verification efficiency.
  • Influence methodology improvements across the verification organization.
  • Help develop the next generation of verification talent through mentorship and technical leadership.

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries.
  • Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits.
  • Annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses may be eligible.
  • Purchase Synopsys common stock at a 15% discount, with a 24 month look-back (ESPP).
  • Retirement Plans.
  • Time Away (ETO and FTO Programs).
  • Family Support (Maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and more).
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Company

Synopsys Inc

Job Posted

1 month ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

Austin, United States

Qualification

Bachelor

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