SoC Verification Lead

Avanti Recruitment
Bristol, Bristol (County)
10 months ago
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Avanti Recruitment have partnered with one of the global leaders in the semiconductor industry for wireless technology who have established a strong presence in the UK.

We’re looking for a Lead Verification Engineer, where you’ll lead a team working on the future of wireless connectivity products.

You’ll need to have:

  • Strong background with Systemverilog

  • Experience with UVM – developing testbenches and testcases

  • Experience in SoC/Subsystem Verification

  • Scripting knowledge in at least one of Python or Perl

    Even better if:

  • You have knowledge of Formal Verification

    There are great salaries on offer that are graded by experience, and a strong benefits package that includes an annual bonus, RSU’s, hybrid working, flexible working hours, medical insurance, as well as further policies such as insurances

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