Senior Memory Controller Verification Engineer

Nvidia

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Santa Clara, CA · Westford, MA · Austin, TX · Hillsboro, OR · Seattle, WA Posted 9 days ago $136,000$218,500 / year

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NVIDIA is hiring a Senior Verification Engineer for its GPU Memory Subsystem IP verification team, where you will collaborate with design and architecture teams to ensure the functional correctness and performance of complex memory subsystems. Your daily tasks include developing verification infrastructure such as testbenches and checkers, creating and executing comprehensive test plans, ensuring code coverage, and working closely with FPGA and software teams for thorough testing. You will also be involved in post-silicon validation and debugging. Ideal candidates have a strong background in System Verilog and UVM methodology, along with extensive experience in ASIC verification of dynamic memory controllers like DDR, LPDDR, HBM, and GDDR. Proficiency in C/C++ programming, scripting languages such as Python or Perl, and solid problem-solving skills are essential for this role that impacts multiple product lines including consumer graphics, autonomous vehicles, HPC, cloud computing, and AI.

Skills

SystemVerilog UVM C++ Python Perl Shell scripting VCS Debussy GDB ASIC verification dynamic memory controllers ddr2 ddr3 ddr4 ddr5 lpddr2 lpddr3 lpddr4 lpddr5 lpddr6 HBM GDDR

What you'll do

  • Develop verification infrastructure including testbenches, BFMs, checkers, monitors, and randoms.
  • Create and execute detailed test plans for new features and performance requirements.
  • Ensure comprehensive code and functional coverage for all RTL being verified.
  • Collaborate with FPGA and software teams to integrate and test software components.
  • Plan and participate in post-silicon verification and debugging activities.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of ASIC verification experience with complex design units
  • BS/MS in relevant field or equivalent experience
  • Proficiency in System Verilog and UVM methodology for ASIC verification
  • Strong C/C++ programming skills and scripting knowledge (Python, Perl, shell)
  • Experience verifying dynamic memory controllers (DDR, LPDDR, HBM, GDDR)
  • Excellent debugging and problem-solving abilities

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Salary context

This $136,000–$218,500 range sits above 49% of similar postings on FindRole.

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$136,000$221,800

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$144,500$216,250

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About Nvidia

Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing

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