Principal SoC Verification Engineer

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