Design Verification Engineer

Aion Silicon is looking for an experienced

Verification Engineers

to join our new office in Barcelona. In this hands-on technical role, you will contribute to a variety of

SoC ,

subsystem , and

IP development projects , taking responsibility for the verification process from planning to coverage closure.

Working closely with

ASIC / SoC project leaders , you will architect, specify, and lead the implementation of high-level verification projects, using advanced verification languages. You will also collaborate with multi-site development teams and customers to propose solutions and ensure the delivery of high-quality verification environments and methodologies.

If you are a passionate and innovative engineer who enjoys solving complex verification problems and leading teams, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities :

Verification Expertise :

Provide hands-on expertise in

SoC-level functional verification , including the development of

testbenches

and implementation of

verification plans . Problem Solving :

Proactively address and resolve verification challenges, working independently or as part of a collaborative team. Mentorship & Team Leadership :

Mentor junior team members, fostering a creative and innovative environment and helping to develop new ideas and approaches. Industry Knowledge :

Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in verification technologies and methodologies, ensuring Sondrel remains at the forefront of industry best practices. Cross-Functional Collaboration :

Coordinate with

cross-functional teams

to define verification strategies and create comprehensive verification plans for SoC designs. Optimised Design Solutions :

Deliver cutting-edge, optimised solutions for functional verification, ensuring high-quality outcomes. Recruitment Support :

Contribute to the recruitment process by interviewing candidates and assisting in team expansion activities.

Key Relationships :

Internal : Reports to : Engineering Manager / Principal Engineer Collaborates with : Engineers, Senior Engineers, Principal Engineers, Project Managers, and HR teams Supervises : Verification Team (including junior engineers)

External : Customers : Minimal technical engineer-to-engineer communication Suppliers : EDA Tool Vendors, Foundries, and Assembly Houses Qualifications :

Essential : A degree, Master's, or PhD in a relevant subject. Typically, 5+ years of experience in

SoC ,

subsystem , or

IP verification

in a team environment.

Desirable : A Master's or PhD in a related subject, with 5+ years of practical experience.

Skills & Experience :

Essential : Proven experience in

metric-driven verification , including

verification planning ,

functional coverage ,

code coverage ,

unit-level verification , and

top-level verification . Expertise in

testbench architecture design

and hands-on experience with

System Verilog ,

UVM ,

ABV , and

constrained random verification . Experience with

PSL ,

SVA ,

VMM ,

OVM . Familiarity with

formal verification

techniques such as

model checking ,

CDC , and

power-aware verification

e.g.,

UPF ). Experience with

RTL and gate-level simulation , as well as

SoC-level verification , including

HW / SW co-verification

multi-mode simulation . Familiarity with

HW acceleration

techniques like

emulation . Experience with

verification infrastructure automation

e.g.,

Perl ,

Python ,

Java ,

Tcl ,

IP-XACT ,

UCDB ). Strong knowledge of

C programming

for verification tasks. Demonstrated ability to listen to

customer feedback , recognise opportunities for

technical innovation , and provide constructive feedback. Desirable : Experience in contributing to or presenting

technical white papers . Advanced knowledge or experience in multiple verification sub-functions.

Attributes : Essential : Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Excellent

negotiation ,

organisation , and

time management

skills. Self-organised with the ability to

respond to changing priorities

quickly. Collaborative

team player , with the ability to work under pressure. Self-motivated , with a proactive approach to tasks. Exceptional

attention to detail

and focus on high-quality results. Ability to work

independently , with a strong sense of initiative and responsibility.

Why Aion?

At Aion, we are committed to innovation and excellence in SoC design. Joining our team in Barcelona will provide you with the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to high-impact projects. You will be part of a dynamic, supportive team where you can grow your technical expertise and leadership capabilities, while helping shape the future of semiconductor design. If you're an experienced

Verification Engineer

eager to contribute to innovative design solutions, we'd love to hear from you.