Staff/Senior Staff Engineer - AMS Verification

Role overview

Staff/Senior Staff Engineer - AMS Verification at Silicon Labs India

The position involves design verification of next generation IP’s /SoC’s with emphasis on verifying and signing off performance and power along with functionality by developing the needed RNM models .

This role will require the candidate to understand and work on all aspects of VLSI Verification cycle like Testbench architecture, Verification Planning, Testbench and Test development, Verification closure with best-in-class methodologies including simulation, GLS .

Candidate will require close interactions with Design, SoC , Validation, Synthesis & PD teams for design convergence.

Candidate must be able to take ownership of IP/Block/SS verification.

Responsibilities

• To work in AMS Verification domain with relevant experience in mixed signal SOCs or subsystems/IPs.
• Leading a project for AMS requirements is a value add.
• Proficiency in AMS simulation environment using Cadence/Synopsys/Mentor tools
• Knowledge of digital design techniques, Verilog HDL, and standard RTL coding styles, as well as analog circuit basics, with previous analog design experience a plus.
• Candidate should be familiar with the concepts of behavioral modeling - both digital (Verilog-D) and analog (Verilog-A or Verilog-AMS)
• Experience in SV and UVM testbench development/modifications from mixed signal perspective is a plus
• Functional knowledge of analog and mixed signal building blocks, such as comparators, op-amps, switched cap circuits, various types of ADCs and DACs, current mirrors, charge pumps, and regulators is expected
• Experience working on AMS Verification on multiple SOC’s or sub-systems
• Working knowledge of Perl / Skill/ Python/Tcl or other scripting relevant language is a plus
• Candidate should have ability to lead a project team, and work collaboratively in a multi-site development environment
• Delivery oriented, Passionate to learn and explore, Transparent in communication, Flexibility related to project situations
• Candidates should have a good knowledge of analog and mixed signal electronics, test-plan development, tools and flows.
• Develop and execute top-level test cases, self-checking test benches and regressions suites
• Developing and validating high-performance behavior models
• Verifying of block-level and chip-level functionality and performance
• Team player with good communication skills and previous experience in delivering solutions for a multi-national client
• Tool suites : Predominantly analog (Cadence - Virtuoso).
• SPICE simulator experience
• Fluent with Cadence-based flow- Create schematics, Simulator/Netlist options etc.
• Ability to extract simulation results, capture in a document and present to the team for peer review
• Supporting silicon evaluation and comparing measurement results with simulations

Required qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering
• Proficient in at least one of the following languages: Verilog, System Verilog, Verilog AMS.
• Strong understanding of analog circuits, digital design processes, and top-level integration.
• Basic knowledge of PMIC and DC-DC converters.
• Excellent simulation debugging skills, with the ability to analyze waveforms and identify issues in schematics, models, or RTL.
• Proficient in Unix environment and shell scripting, with a basic understanding of Python.

Preferred qualifications and skills

• UVM and assertion knowledge would be an advantage
• Mentoring skills
• Exceptional problem-solving skills
• Good written and oral communication skills

Employment details

• Experience Level: 10-15 years in Industry
• Location: Hyderabad [India]

Benefits

• Not only will you be joining a highly skilled and tight-knit team where every engineer makes a significant impact on the product; we also strive for good work/life balance and to make our environment welcoming and fun.
• Equity Rewards (RSUs)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Insurance plans with Outpatient cover
• National Pension Scheme (NPS)
• Flexible work policy
• Childcare support
• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
• We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Additional role details

• Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives.
• Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications.
• Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets.
• Learn more at www.silabs.com .