ASIC Verification Engineer

Company Overview

TSMC Design Technology Canada Inc. (TDTC), located in Kanata within Ottawa's vibrant technology hub, is a key division of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC), a semiconductor foundry pioneer since 1987. Established in 2007, TDTC focuses on advancing semiconductor process technologies, specializing in Memory Compilers, High-Speed IOs, BIST/DFT, and Test-Chip design and layout.

Role Summary

The ASIC Verification Engineer will collaborate closely with design teams to ensure the accuracy of digital circuit designs. Responsibilities include creating and debugging simulation test benches, functional verification, generating manufacturing and tester patterns, and troubleshooting test failures. The role also involves refining digital verification methodologies and enhancing electronic design automation (EDA) tool capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and debug simulation test benches using System Verilog and industry verification methodologies.
• Validate digital circuit implementations through functional verification and prepare manufacturing/test patterns.
• Contribute to tailoring standard digital verification approaches to project-specific needs.
• Assist in improving EDA tools and verification processes within the team.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Master's or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 5 to 10 years of professional experience in digital verification.
• Proficiency in System Verilog, Universal Verification Methodology (UVM), assertions, and verification debugging tools.
• Experience with Unix/Linux operating systems and scripting languages.
• Familiarity with EDA tools such as Synopsys VCS or Cadence Incisive.
• Knowledge of verification planning, code coverage, functional coverage, assertion-based verification, and formal verification is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills, capable of articulating ideas clearly in both written and verbal forms.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Core Values at TSMC

• Integrity: Commitment to truthfulness and reliability, valuing promises and delivering on them diligently.
• Commitment: Dedication to the company's success, taking personal ownership of contributions and mutual respect between employees and company interests.
• Innovation: Translating creative ideas into practical applications, driving continuous growth.
• Customer Trust: Building lasting relationships by supporting customers' long-term success.

Diversity and Inclusion

TSMC Design Technology Canada Inc. is devoted to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. The company provides equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or other protected characteristics under Canadian law. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available upon request during hiring and recruitment processes.