About Us: 

At InspireSemi, we're not just building chips; we're revolutionizing high-performance computing. Our groundbreaking architecture packs thousands of 64-bit CPU cores onto a single chip, all seamlessly connected. We're driven by a mission to make high performance computing more accessible, energy-efficient, and easier for developers to harness. Ready to make a real impact? Join our passionate team!    

Why Join InspireSemi? 

• Be a Pioneer: Get in on the ground floor of a hypergrowth startup! You'll be part of a small, dynamic team shaping the future of computing. 
• Make an Impact: Your work will directly contribute to disruptive technology. 
• Grow With Us: Seize significant growth and development opportunities, including the chance to build a team.    
• Rewarding Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, bonus potential, and meaningful equity.    
• Flexibility: Benefit from a hybrid work model (with potential for fully remote for exceptional candidates) and flexible time off.    

The Opportunity: 

We are looking for a seasoned Lead SoC Verification Engineer to own the complete verification of our innovative System-on-Chip. This critical role encompasses our RISC-V cores, complex network-on-chip, and 3rd-party peripheral IP integrations. You will have significant discretion to choose the most efficient methods and tools to ensure our designs are robust and performant. This is a leadership position where you'll manage several overseas contractors and have the opportunity to build out our in-house verification dream team. 

What You'll Do: 

• Craft and execute comprehensive verification plans from the ground up. 
• Develop sophisticated unit-level and system-level testbenches. 
• Implement and ensure RISC-V ISA compliance testing. 
• Conduct preliminary debugging of discovered issues, working closely with the design team. 
• Analyze and drive enhancements for functional and code coverage. 
• Integrate simulations with real user interfaces, stimulus generators, and checkers. 
• Identify performance bottlenecks and opportunities for optimization through verification. 
• Continuously innovate and improve our test infrastructure and automation frameworks. 
• Manage, mentor, and grow a team of verification engineers, including offshore contractors. 

What You Bring: 

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering. 
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in SoC verification. 
• A deep understanding of SystemVerilog, UVM, and simulation tools (Xcelium preferred). 
• Proven experience interfacing simulations to other software and hardware via DPI/VPI. 
• Proficiency with version control (git/Bitbucket) and project tracking (Jira, Confluence). 
• Strong knowledge of common bus protocols (AXI, AHB, PCIe, DDR4/5, etc.). 
• Solid familiarity with CPU architecture and digital design concepts. 
• Excellent scripting and programming skills (Python, C/C++, TCL). 
• Outstanding communication and collaboration abilities. 

Bonus Points: 

• Experience with formal verification techniques (e.g., Conformal LEC). 
• Hands-on experience with emulation systems (like Zebu or Palladium) or FPGA prototyping. 

If you're excited about pushing the boundaries of computing and working on truly innovative technology in a rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you!