Mixed Signal Verification Lead Engineer

Overview

NXP Semiconductors' Industrial & IoT Edge solutions span from compact microcontrollers (MCUs) to powerful processors, facilitating real-time insights and effective automation for critical performance applications. Their cutting-edge edge-processing product line supports developers in innovating confidently, addressing applications ranging from smart homes and industrial automation to personal electronics. Currently, NXP is expanding its engineering team in Catania, focusing on high-impact microcontrollers that contribute to the AI at the Edge initiative. This multidisciplinary team encompasses roles in analog and SoC digital design across Design, Architecture, Verification, DfT, and Physical Design, aiming to deliver world-class products swiftly.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Mixed Signal Verification Lead responsible for assuring the delivery of high-quality designs aligned with specifications. This role involves close collaboration with designers and system engineers to develop simulation test cases, models, and checkers for robust verification.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement verification strategies for mixed signal designs and integrated systems.
• Formulate comprehensive verification plans ensuring traceability and full requirement coverage.
• Design functional models of analog components using SystemVerilog to support SoC system verification.
• Create Analog Mixed Signal (AMS) models of analog blocks and subsystems to validate the electrical behavior of mixed signal systems.
• Execute simulations and monitor coverage metrics against verification plans.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality tape-outs and successful A0 silicon to production transition.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering; a Master's degree is preferred.
• Have over 10 years of hands-on experience in production-level mixed signal verification.
• Demonstrated expertise in SystemVerilog modeling techniques.
• Experience with assertions, checkers, and related digital verification methodologies is highly advantageous.
• Exemplary communication and teamwork capabilities.

Commitment to Inclusion and Sustainability

NXP is dedicated to driving innovation that supports a sustainable future. The company actively fosters an inclusive workplace culture, strictly prohibiting any form of racism, discrimination, or harassment. Diversity, inclusion, and equality initiatives are integral parts of the organizational ethos.