Emulation Verification Engineer

Company Overview

Ampere is a semiconductor design company spearheading the next generation of computing with cutting-edge CPU designs focused on high-performance and energy-efficient AI computation. As part of the Softbank Group, Ampere is committed to sustainable computing solutions across AI, Cloud, and edge technologies.

Role Overview

Join the Emulation Team to contribute to the verification of next-generation microprocessor cores via hardware emulation platforms. You will develop and deploy new capabilities and testing content to accelerate bug detection prior to silicon release.

Responsibilities

• Construct emulation models from RTL to execute test content utilizing industry-standard emulation platforms.
• Enhance emulation frameworks and testbenches using SystemC, Python, and SystemVerilog.
• Develop new emulation capabilities spanning in-circuit emulation through simulation acceleration.
• Collaborate with team members and vendors to optimize emulation capacity and design model performance.
• Assist in analyzing failures related to emulation technology and coordinate with vendors to resolve issues.

Candidate Profile

• Experience with emulation technologies such as Zebu, Palladium, or Mentor Veloce is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with prototyping solutions like Cadence Protium, HAPS, and Speedbridge is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of modern SystemVerilog for both design and verification purposes.
• Proficient software development skills in compiled languages (C/C++) and scripting languages (Python, Tcl).
• Expertise in hardware/software co-debugging techniques.
• Experience synthesizing and optimizing designs and verification components in synthesizable Verilog.
• Hands-on experience using Palladium, Protium, and Cadence Emulation platforms.
• A motivated self-starter with innovative thinking and a passion for problem-solving.
• Educational qualifications: M.Tech in Electronics or Computer Engineering with 3+ years semiconductor experience, or B.Tech in Electronics or Computer Engineering with 5+ years semiconductor experience.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Comprehensive total rewards including base salary, long-term cash incentives, and robust benefits.
• Premium medical, dental, and vision coverage; parental benefits including creche reimbursements; retirement plans for financial security.
• Generous paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Fully catered office lunches along with healthy snacks, coffee, tea, and refreshments to maintain energy and focus.

Equal Opportunity

Ampere is an inclusive employer dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, nationality, religion, age, veteran status, gender identity, disability status, or any other protected category by law.