Principal ASIC Verification Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an ASIC Verification Engineer with a solid ASIC/FPGA verification test strategy, development, and debugging skills. The Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise. Join Optical Networks, where innovation meets scale in the AI‑driven data center era.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Work as an independent contributor in development and verification of world‑leading SoCs based on the latest technology ASICs and FPGAs.
• Develop and run SystemVerilog/UVM‑based protocol/traffic generators and checkers.
• Prepare test plans based on functional requirements and applicable standards.
• Collaborate with experts from different areas to ensure the most competitive solutions.
• Work with system engineers, HW/SW development teams, suppliers, and other functions to solve technical issues.
• Support HW/SW bring‑up and debug.
• Lead a team or work as an independent contributor to deliver defined tasks.

Key Skills And Experience

• Master’s degree desired; Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE required.
• Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience in ASIC verification.
• Experience developing and implementing test plans at the block or sub‑chip level for complex ASICs.
• Fluent in SystemVerilog and scripting languages such as Python.
• Strong knowledge of UVM methodology, assertions, functional coverage, code coverage, and formal verification tools.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills; ability to work in a geographically diverse team.
• Responsible for definition, development, and execution of self‑checking tests for complex digital ASICs.
• Desirable knowledge of DSP and/or FEC.

What We Offer

Continuous learning opportunities, well‑being programs to support you mentally and physically, employee resource groups, mentoring programs, and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Inclusion & Equal Opportunity

Nokia is an equal‑opportunity employer. Nokia’s employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our commitment to inclusion is built upon our core value of respect.