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Senior Principal Engineer – Verification – Ethernet – Serdes – Uvm

Senior Principal Engineer – Verification – Ethernet – Serdes – Uvm

CompanyMarvell
LocationSanta Clara, CA, USA
Salary$168920 – $253000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • 12+ years of industry experience in IP/SOC/ASIC verification with 3+ years of leading DV teams
  • Strong verification expertise and hands-on experience with SystemVerilog and UVM
  • Proficiency in various verification methodologies and demonstrable experience with industry-standard tools for verification, simulation, and emulation
  • Extensive experience in verifying PCIE/Ethernet PHY protocols (e.g., Ethernet MAC, Ethernet Switch) and VIP is a plus.
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Perl, Python.
  • Solid understanding of digital design concepts and ASIC/FPGA design flow.
  • Experience with DV test plan and coverage-driven constraint randomization testing
  • Excellent cross-discipline communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute comprehensive verification plans for complex semiconductor designs, with a focus on High-Speed Serdes PHY/Ethernet functionality.
  • Architect and implement advanced verification environments using SystemVerilog and Universal Verification Methodology (UVM).
  • Design and develop reusable verification components and test benches to accelerate verification closure.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including design, architecture, and software teams to ensure seamless integration of verification strategies.
  • Analyze and debug test failures to identify root causes and drive resolution.
  • Lead and mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance to enhance team expertise.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience with PHY/SERDES verification is advantageous.
  • Previous experience in mentoring or leading verification teams.
  • Knowledge of High Speed PHYs, Ethernet PHY, MAC, Interoperability, Clauses CL72/92/136/162/178, Serdes 112G/224G per lane
  • Working with vendor Ethernet VIP’s and test suites
  • MATLAB and C/C++ based system simulation and evaluation, Systems C, DPI-C