ASIC Verification, Senior Staff Engineer - 13121

You are a skilled verification engineer with a passion for technology and innovation. With a strong background in SystemVerilog and UVM, you possess an eye for details, and with a methodical problem‑solving approach you deliver high‑performance cutting‑edge memory interface IP. Your verification expertise is complemented by your proficiency in scripting languages, enabling you to automate verification processes for efficiency. You are adept at understanding technical specifications, debugging RTL, creating test plans and a robust testbench that ensures high product quality and reliability through functional coverage. You are motivated by continuous learning, staying up to date with emerging technologies and proactively improving team processes and outcomes. As a senior staff engineer, you are a natural mentor, eager to share your expertise with junior engineers, fostering a culture of growth and innovation. You collaborate effectively with architecture and implementation teams, contributing to technical reviews and driving consensus on best practices. You value diversity and inclusion, and you are committed to continuous learning and professional growth. If you are eager to contribute to the next generation of cutting‑edge memory interface IP, we want you on our team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Developing verification testplans and functional coverage to ensure robust verification of memory interface IP.
• Implementing SV/UVM testbench infrastructure and creating test cases to verify memory interface training firmware functionality on RTL PHY models.
• Collaborating with architecture and implementation teams through technical reviews, ensuring alignment and clarity across project phases.
• Solving verification challenges with strong debugging skills, analytical thinking, interpreting standards and specs, and using advanced debugging tools.
• Mentoring junior engineers, fostering skill development, and cultivating a collaborative environment within the team.

The Impact You Will Have

• Accelerating the delivery of high‑performance, reliable memory interface IP, directly influencing success of next‑generation silicon products in the global market.
• Driving innovation and improvements in productivity, performance, and throughput with advanced verification solutions.
• Empowering team growth and knowledge by mentoring peers and junior engineers.
• Supporting the expansion of Synopsys into new product areas and generations, strengthening our leadership in semiconductor IP.
• Ensuring customer satisfaction through seamless integration and verification of firmware and hardware and enhancing the functionality and reliability of Synopsys products.

What You’ll Need

• Expertise in SystemVerilog with hands‑on experience using simulation, waveform debugging tools, assertions, and coverage analysis techniques.
• Expertise in scripting languages for regression and build systems (e.g. Python, Perl, Shell, makefiles).
• Familiarity with Linux development environments and collaborative engineering workflows.
• Expertise in UVM is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of DDR or memory interface protocols is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field.

Who You Are

• Analytical thinker with attention to detail and a passion for solving challenging problems.
• Collaborative team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive, self‑driven, and able to work independently while contributing to team goals.
• Adaptable, open to feedback, and committed to continuous learning and improvement.
• Mentor, eager to share knowledge and foster growth of the team.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of

You will join the Synopsys IP Group, a highly collaborative and innovative team focused on developing leading‑edge interface IP solutions for memory technologies. Our team spans local and global sites, bringing together diverse perspectives and deep technical expertise. We emphasize knowledge sharing, mentorship, and continuous improvement, with a strong commitment to delivering best‑in‑class products and driving technological advancement.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non‑monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process. Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process.