Functional Verification Engineer - Applied ML

What You'll Do

• Contribute to the application of machine learning techniques aimed at streamlining traditional pre-silicon functional verification methodologies like formal verification and UVM.
• Develop agentic AI solutions using LLMs and latest ML technologies to accelerate pre-silicon Design Verification process.
• Employ AI enhanced Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools to improve and expedite both the design and verification lifecycles.
• Engage directly with customers to understand requirements and deliver innovative, practical verification strategies.
• Collaborate effectively with machine learning and software engineering teams to validate output correctness, efficiency, and quality.
• Maintain current knowledge of advancements in AI-powered hardware verification and actively participate in fostering internal knowledge growth.
• Required Qualifications BS with a minimum of 4 years of experience OR MS with a minimum of 2 years of experience OR new PhD Graduate Proven expertise of more than 3 years in at least one of the pre-silicon ASIC verification methodologies such as Formal, SV/UVM and/or OVM.
• Advanced skills in debugging pre-silicon verification failures using waveform viewers and simulation analysis tools.
• Hands-on experience with industry standard EDA tools (e.g., Jasper, Xcelium, IMC).
• Strong programming skills in Verilog, SystemVerilog and Python Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated, with a proactive approach to problem solving, continuous learning, and innovation.
• Exposure to LLMs and ML technologies like RAG, RFT, RL, and Agentic frameworks would be a plus.
• The Cadence Advantage The opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in an environment that encourages you to be creative, innovative, and to make an impact.
• Cadence’s employee-friendly policies focus on the physical and mental well-being of employees, career development, providing opportunities for learning, and celebrating success in recognition of specific needs of the employees.
• The unique “One Cadence – One Team” culture promotes collaboration within and across teams to ensure customer success Multiple avenues of learning and development available for employees to explore as per their specific requirement and interests You get to work with a diverse team of passionate, dedicated, and talented individuals who go above and beyond for our customers, our communities, and each other—every day.
• We’re doing work that matters.
• Help us solve what others can’t.