RFIC AMS DV Sr Engineer

General Summary:

Join Qualcomm's world-class Hardware Engineering team, where we push the limits of technology to enable cutting-edge experiences for a smarter, more connected future. We are seeking a Hardware Verification Engineer with experience in SystemVerilog modeling and mixed-signal verification to support design validation for advanced WAN and GPS radio modules used in 5G chipsets.

This role involves developing real-number models, functional verification environments, and working with AMS simulation flows to ensure performance and functionality of complex SoC designs involving RF, analog, and digital components.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop SystemVerilog real-number models (RNM) for analog and RF blocks used in WAN and GPS subsystems.
• Create and execute functional verification plans for mixed-signal SoC modules.
• Build UVM/SystemVerilog-based testbenches, write self-checking test cases, and perform regression testing, debugging, functional coverage analysis, and bug tracking.
• Perform AMS simulations using SPICE-level tools (e.g., Spectre) and digital simulators in co-simulation environments.
• Work with Cadence toolsets including Virtuoso, SimVision, and NC-Sim for modeling, debugging, and simulation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including RFIC/Analog Design, Digital Verification, and DFT Engineers to ensure robust SoC verification.
• Support post-silicon bring-up and validation for taped-out chips.
• Automate simulation and verification flows using Perl, Python, and Shell scripting.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field and 2+ years of ASIC design or verification experience
• OR
• Master's degree in a related field and 1+ year of relevant experience
• OR
• PhD in a related discipline.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Proficiency with SystemVerilog, UVM, and real-number modeling techniques for analog-mixed signal systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuit analysis and analog signal processing.
• Familiarity with PLL, ADCs, DACs, and serial programming interfaces (e.g., I2C, SPI).
• Experience working in AMS environments, including SPICE, Spectre, or similar simulators.
• Knowledge of Verilog-AMS, behavioral analog modeling, and event-driven simulation strategies.
• Expertise with scripting in Perl, Python, or Shell for automation and toolchain integration.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills for large-scale SoC environments.

Soft Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solver with the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative, cross-functional team.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced development environments with a focus on quality and delivery.