Описание

This role involves working with elite CPU and SOC teams at Apple to deliver groundbreaking products.

Establish DV methodology
Develop test-plans
Develop verification environment including stimulus and checkers
Write tests
Debug issues
Manage coverage
Sign-off for RTL freeze and tape-out
Play a critical role in end-to-end verification of memory subsystem by developing an in-depth understanding of cache coherence protocols and functioning of various units in CPU/SOC relevant to memory subsystem verification
Develop verification environment for both simulation and emulation
Develop synthesizable transactors and test benches
Support verification hooks for verifying memory subsystem functionality and CPU/SOC features
Develop unit level stimulus as well as full chip assembly or C programs to verify memory subsystem functionality
Develop verification IPs for utilization by Apple teams worldwide
Work closely with CPU/SOC RTL teams across US and Israel to understand specifications for developing verification strategy
Develop coverage monitors and accomplish coverage goals for design closure
Develop abstract end-to-end checks to verify CPU-SOC memory subsystem interaction and coherence protocols

5+ years of processor verification experience
In-depth knowledge of digital logic design, CPU and SOC architecture/micro-architecture and memory subsystem
Strong programming (C/C++, Verilog, Scripting), software optimization, and performance improvement skills
Experience in unit and full chip level test benches
Experience in developing testplans, assertions, and developing stimulus
Team player with excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently on verification efforts for a block/area of the design

CPU Verification Engineer