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Principal SoC Verification Engineer

Nxp

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We are looking for an experienced SoC Verification Engineer to drive verification of next-generation automotive SoCs used in safety-critical applications. The role involves end-to-end ownership of verification planning, testbench development, execution, debug, and sign-off for complex SoC platforms. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute SoC verification plans and strategies. Build and maintain SystemVerilog/UVM based verification environments. Verify complex SoC features including: ARM-based subsystems Interconnects (AXI/ACE/CHI) DDR, PCIe, Ethernet, Security, and Boot Low Power and Clock/Reset architectures Functional Safety mechanisms (ISO 26262) Drive functional, code, and assertion coverage closure. Debug RTL, testbench, and system-level issues. Collaborate with Architecture, Design, Firmware, Validation, and Safety teams. Support post-silicon debug and customer issue resolution. Required Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in EE, CE, CS, or related field. 5-4 years of experience in SoC/IP verification. Strong expertise in: SystemVerilog, UVM, SVA Functional and code coverage Simulation and debug tools (VCS, Xcelium, Verdi) Experience with ARM-based SoCs and industry-standard protocols (AXI, PCIe, DDR, Ethernet). Strong debugging and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications Automotive SoC experience. Knowledge of ISO 26262 Functional Safety. Experience with Low Power (UPF), Formal Verification, GLS, and Emulation. Experience leading technical initiatives and mentoring engineers. More information about NXP in the United States... NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals. #LI-6692

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