Qualcomm · 3 hours ago
Senior Design Verification Engineer – Power-Aware Verification (San Diego/Santa Clara)
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$179K/yr - $268K/yr
6+ years expQualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a leader in low-power, high-performance video and computer vision technologies. They are seeking a seasoned Design Verification Engineer with deep expertise in Power-Aware Verification to ensure next-generation IP blocks meet high standards of functionality and efficiency.
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Responsibilities
Architect and implement SystemVerilog/UVM testbenches for complex video and computer vision IP blocks
Develop and validate power-aware testbenches using UPF, ensuring low-power design intent is accurately captured and verified
Write and maintain UVM sequences for functional and power-aware scenarios
Execute power-aware simulations, gate-level simulations, and formal verification
Collaborate cross-functionally with RTL, DFT, PD, and firmware teams to ensure full verification coverage
Debug and resolve issues across simulation and post-silicon environments
Automate regression environments using Python, Perl, or similar scripting languages
Drive KPIs related to system performance, area, and power metrics
Lead technical challenges and mentor junior engineers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience OR
Master's degree with 7+ years of experience OR
PhD with 5+ years of experience
Architect and implement SystemVerilog/UVM testbenches for complex video and computer vision IP blocks
Develop and validate power-aware testbenches using UPF, ensuring low-power design intent is accurately captured and verified
Write and maintain UVM sequences for functional and power-aware scenarios
Execute power-aware simulations, gate-level simulations, and formal verification
Collaborate cross-functionally with RTL, DFT, PD, and firmware teams to ensure full verification coverage
Debug and resolve issues across simulation and post-silicon environments
Automate regression environments using Python, Perl, or similar scripting languages
Drive KPIs related to system performance, area, and power metrics
Lead technical challenges and mentor junior engineers
Preferred
Strong expertise in Unified Power Format (UPF) and power-aware verification methodologies
Proven track record of successful tapeouts and post-silicon debug
Proficiency in C++/Python for firmware interaction and test content generation
Background in computer vision, multimedia, or video processing hardware
Experience working in large matrixed organizations and interacting with senior leadership
Demonstrated technical leadership in cross-functional teams
Benefits
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package
Company
Qualcomm
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
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