Senior Verification Engineer – Drive Quality in Next‑Gen RISC‑V CPUs (UVM/SystemVerilog)
? Location: Barcelona, Spain (On-site)
? Contract: Permanent – Internal team of our partner
? Industry: Semiconductors, RISC-V, High-Performance Computing
? Ensure the Future of RISC-V Computing is Rock-Solid
At Akuaro, we are proudly leading the recruitment process for our partner — a European deep-tech company redefining what’s possible in high-performance computing and digital infrastructure. Specialized in cutting-edge RISC-V systems and backed by major innovation initiatives, our partner is assembling a world-class engineering team in Barcelona. They are now seeking a Senior Verification Engineer with expertise in SystemVerilog and UVM to ensure their next generation of high-performance silicon meets the highest quality standards.
Why This Role Is Unique
* Join the forefront of Europe’s semiconductor revolution in CPU design and verification.
* Verify cutting-edge RISC-V processors destined for high-performance computing applications.
* Use the latest advanced verification methodologies (UVM, formal verification) on complex, modern microarchitectures.
* Full-cycle ownership – contribute from block-level verification to full system validation.
* Influence design quality from day one; your work directly impacts first-silicon success.
? Your Mission
As a Senior Verification Engineer, your mission is to develop and execute sophisticated verification plans to ensure that our partner’s RISC-V-based CPU designs function flawlessly. You’ll create advanced testbenches, drive both simulation and formal verification efforts, and work hand-in-hand with design architects to debug and resolve issues early in the design cycle. You will be the gatekeeper of chip quality, ensuring each design meets its specification and is tape-out ready.
? What You’ll Be Doing
* Develop and maintain UVM-based testbenches for complex digital designs (CPU cores, SoC blocks).
* Define and implement comprehensive verification plans, covering all features and corner cases.
* Write and run directed and constraint-random tests to validate functionality and performance.
* Implement checkers and monitors in SystemVerilog to verify correctness of microarchitectural features.
* Execute extensive simulations and regression suites; analyze waveform dumps to debug failing tests.
* Use coverage-driven verification (functional and code coverage) to measure progress and target gaps.
* Apply formal verification techniques to prove critical properties and catch corner-case bugs.
* Automate workflows with scripting (Python/Perl/Bash/TCL) for regression management and result analysis.
* Collaborate closely with design and RTL teams to review specifications, discuss bugs, and drive fixes to closure.
What You Bring
* Master’s or PhD in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
* 8+ years of experience in digital design verification.
* Proven expertise in SystemVerilog and UVM for complex ASIC/SoC verification.
* Strong scripting skills (Python, Perl, Bash, or Tcl) to automate verification flows and data analysis.
* Hands-on experience with simulation tools (e. g., ModelSim, VCS, Xcelium) and waveform debugging.
* Familiarity with coverage metrics and coverage closure strategies.
* Knowledge of formal verification tools/methods (property checking, equivalence checking) is a plus.
* Experience verifying both block-level modules and full system-level integrations.
* Proficiency with version control systems (Git, SVN) in collaborative engineering projects.
* Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail – able to root-cause intricate bugs.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
* English fluency (C1 or higher).
? What’s in It for You
? Flexible working hours – Focus on outcomes, not just schedules.
? Competitive compensation – Recognizing your expertise and impact.
? Learning-driven culture – Work with top-tier engineers on cutting-edge projects; continuous growth encouraged.
Visa sponsorship – Open to international talent; relocate to a vibrant tech hub.
Candies, coffee, and free Spanish lessons – Enjoy a welcoming office culture while settling into life in Barcelona.
? Barcelona HQ – Where tech innovation meets Mediterranean lifestyle.
? Ready to Build the Future of Chips in Europe?
If you’re passionate about verification and want to play a key role in one of Europe’s most exciting deep-tech projects, we want to hear from you.
? Apply now — Akuaro is exclusively managing this hiring process for our partner. Let’s connect and explore this opportunity together.
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