SMTS - CPU Design Verification Engineer

About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries  and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com .   Summary of Role: MIPS – A GlobalFoundries company is seeking a Design Verification Engineer with 8 + years of experience to join our CPU verification team. The successful candidate will work on verification of processor components, focusing on CPU core functionality, coherency, and cache subsystems . This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced verification methodologies and collaborate with world-class architects and designers.   Essential Responsibilities: Perform functional verification of CPU cores and related subsystems (MMU, Cache, Safety, Debug etc.). Understand and interpret microarchitectural specifications to develop effective verification strategies. Develop and execute verification plans, including testbench creation and test case development. Write directed and constrained random test cases in SystemVerilog, C, and Assembly. Architect reusable UVM verification environments, utilize them for coverage-driven verification. Coordinate simulation, emulation, and formal verification efforts for various DUTs. Analyse coverage reports and assists in closing coverage gaps, Own verification quality metrics, and closure plans. Automate regression and verification flows using scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Shell. Collaborate with senior engineers and architects to ensure design quality and performance. Lead small teams and project-wide verification initiatives. Influence verification methodologies across projects. undefined Other Responsibilities: Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.     Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s or master’s JR-2602332degree in Electronics/Electrical/Computer Engineering. 8-12 years of experience in design verification, preferably in CPU or CPU-based SoC verification. Hands-on experience with SystemVerilog, UVM, and constrained random verification. Familiarity with CPU architectures such as RISC-V, ARM, or MIPS. Basic understanding of cache and coherency concepts. Strong scripting skills in Python, Perl, or Shell.   Preferred Experience Deep expertise in UVM, assertions, coverage, and processor architecture. Exposure to RISC-V architecture, hands-on verification of any of the CPU architectures. Knowledge of interconnect protocols like AXI, AHB, ACE, or CHI protocols. Experience with FPGA prototyping or emulation platforms.   No Recruitment Fee Policy: GlobalFoundries is committed to ethical and transparent hiring practices. Candidates will not be charged any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Any request for payment related to a GlobalFoundries employment opportunity is unauthorized and should be reported immediately. All legitimate recruitment communications are conducted exclusively through official GlobalFoundries channels. To report concerns or suspected recruitment fraud, please contact our Ethics & Compliance Office at [email removed] or visit our official website.    The Ethics & Compliance mailbox is not a recruitment channel. CVs/resumes submitted to this mailbox will not be reviewed, processed, or considered for employment opportunities. Please apply through the official GlobalFoundries careers site only. 

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.   As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.   All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations. 

Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia