Senior ASIC Verification Engineer, Coherent High Speed Interconnect at NVIDIA

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Semiconductors, Artificial Intelligence, GraphicsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelors or Master’s Degree (or equivalent experience)
  • 3+ years of relevant verification experience
  • Experience in architecting test bench environments for unit level verification
  • Background in verification using random stimulus along with functional coverage and assertion-based verification methodologies
  • Prior Design or Verification experience of Coherent high-speed interconnects
  • Knowledge of industry standard interconnect protocols like PCIE, CXL, CHI will be useful
  • Strong background developing TB's from scratch using SV and UVM methodology is desired
  • C++ programming language experience, scripting ability and an expertise in System Verilog
  • Exposure to design and verification tools (VCS or equivalent simulation tools, debug tools like Debussy, GDB)
  • Strong debugging and analytical skills
  • Experienced communication and interpersonal skills are required. A history of mentoring junior engineers and interns a huge plus

Responsibilities

  • Verification of high-speed coherent interconnect design, architecture and golden models
  • Responsible for micro-architecture using sophisticated verification methodologies
  • Understand the design & implementation, define the verification scope
  • Develop the verification infrastructure (Testbenches, BFMs, Checkers, Monitors)
  • Complete test/coverage plans, and verify the correctness of the design
  • Collaborate with architects, designers, emulation, and silicon verification teams to accomplish your tasks

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ASIC VerificationCoherent InterconnectHigh-Speed InterconnectMicro-ArchitectureVerification MethodologiesTestbenchesBFMsCheckersMonitorsCoverage Plans

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications and experience are required for this Senior ASIC Verification Engineer role?

A Bachelor's or Master’s Degree (or equivalent experience) and 3+ years of relevant verification experience are required. Candidates need experience in architecting test bench environments for unit level verification, background in verification using random stimulus with functional coverage and assertion-based methodologies, and prior experience with coherent high-speed interconnects.

What technical skills are essential for this position?

Strong background developing TB's from scratch using SV and UVM methodology, C++ programming language experience, scripting ability, expertise in System Verilog, and exposure to design and verification tools like VCS, Debussy, and GDB are essential. Knowledge of industry standard interconnect protocols like PCIE, CXL, CHI is useful.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this position remote or does it require working in an office?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the team environment look like at NVIDIA for this role?

You will work as a member of the verification team, collaborating with architects, designers, emulation, and silicon verification teams. The company has crafted a team of outstanding people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible.

NVIDIA

Designs GPUs and AI computing solutions

About NVIDIA

NVIDIA designs and manufactures graphics processing units (GPUs) and system on a chip units (SoCs) for various markets, including gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and automotive. Their products include GPUs tailored for gaming and professional use, as well as platforms for artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) that cater to developers, data scientists, and IT administrators. NVIDIA generates revenue through the sale of hardware, software solutions, and cloud-based services, such as NVIDIA CloudXR and NGC, which enhance experiences in AI, machine learning, and computer vision. What sets NVIDIA apart from competitors is its strong focus on research and development, allowing it to maintain a leadership position in a competitive market. The company's goal is to drive innovation and provide advanced solutions that meet the needs of a diverse clientele, including gamers, researchers, and enterprises.

Santa Clara, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
$19.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine Learning, GamingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Company Equity
401(k) Company Match

Risks

Increased competition from AI startups like xAI could challenge NVIDIA's market position.
Serve Robotics' expansion may divert resources from NVIDIA's core GPU and AI businesses.
Integration of VinBrain may pose challenges and distract from NVIDIA's primary operations.

Differentiation

NVIDIA leads in AI and HPC solutions with cutting-edge GPU technology.
The company excels in diverse markets, including gaming, data centers, and autonomous vehicles.
NVIDIA's cloud services, like CloudXR, offer scalable solutions for AI and machine learning.

Upsides

Acquisition of VinBrain enhances NVIDIA's AI capabilities in the healthcare sector.
Investment in Nebius Group boosts NVIDIA's AI infrastructure and cloud platform offerings.
Serve Robotics' expansion, backed by NVIDIA, highlights growth in autonomous delivery services.

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