Sr. Manager - SOC Verification
On-siteBengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job Summary
Own the end-to-end verification strategy for next-generation 32-bit MCU products, leading a global team of 20+ engineers to execute complex verification strategies featuring ARM and proprietary cores. Drive "First-Pass Silicon Success" by bridging architectural intent and silicon implementation through cutting-edge UVM and Formal methodologies, from initial test plan development to final tape-out sign-off. Define scalable, reusable testbench architectures supporting simulation-based and formal-based flows while resolving complex integration issues across Architecture, RTL Design, DSP, and Physical Design teams. Continuously improve verification efficiency through automation, Python/Perl scripting, and AI-driven tools. Manage resource allocation, performance reviews, and technical career growth for the team. Requires 12+ years in SoC Verification with 5+ years in leadership. Full-time role with 0-25% travel.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
- 12+ years in SoC Verification
- at least 5 years in a formal leadership or management role
- Proven track record of successful tape-outs for 32-bit Microcontrollers
- Deep understanding of MCU peripherals (DMA, Timers, ADC/DAC interfaces, Security modules)
- Direct experience verifying SoCs with ARM cores (Cortex-M) and proprietary RISC-based architectures
- Expert-level command of SystemVerilog and UVM (Universal Verification Methodology)
- Strong hands-on experience with Formal Verification (Property Checking, Connectivity Checking) using tools like JasperGold or VC Formal
- In-depth knowledge of AMBA bus protocols (AHB, APB, AXI)
- Experience defining coverage-driven verification (CDV) metrics and managing massive regression suites
- Module level verification plan development
- TB plan development
- TB development
- fullchip integration of the module level TB
- develop effective functional assertions
- develop coverpoints
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- Strong background in Gate-Level Simulations (GLS) and power-aware verification
- Experience with Post-Silicon Validation
- Experience with customer support and its alignment with pre-silicon test plans
- Experience with analog mixed-mode (AMS) simulations
- Familiarity with functional safety standards (ISO 26262) for automotive MCU applications
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