Cpl are partnering with a market leading semiconductor organisation to appoint an experienced Principal Verification Engineer. This is a senior technical role within a high‑performing IP development team, focused on the verification of advanced DDR memory controllers used in next‑generation systems across datacenter, AI, automotive, and edge computing markets.
The Role
The successful candidate will take ownership of verification architecture and execution for complex controller IP, contributing at both a hands‑on and strategic level.
Key responsibilities include:
- Architecture and development of verification environments for complex IP
- Design and implementation of UVM‑SV scoreboards and self‑checking testbenches
- Creation of functional coverage models within metric‑driven verification frameworks
- Development of SystemVerilog Assertions (SVAs) for simulation and formal verification
- Definition and management of verification plans (vPlans) using industry‑standard tools
- Setup and maintenance of automated regression flows (e.g. Jenkins)
- Participation in technical reviews, checklist reviews, and formal quality processes
- Close collaboration with design engineers to debug and resolve complex issues
Candidate Profile
- Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Microelectronics, or a related field
- 10–15 years’ experience in the semiconductor, microelectronics, or EDA industry
- Strong background in Verilog RTL design
- Proven expertise in Metric Driven Verification (MDV)
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to operate at a senior technical level
- Self‑driven, organised, and comfortable working in globally distributed teams
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible working arrangements and multiple Irish locations
- Opportunity to work on market‑leading IP used in high‑volume, mission‑critical products
- Long‑term career progression within a technically strong organisation
If you believe you have the above experience and are interested in hearing more, then reach out to Killian O’Callaghan @Cpl Cork on 021 4944867 for a confidential conversation
