Sr Deep Learning Verification Engineer

Sr Deep Learning Hardware Verification Engineer

The Role and Impact

As a Sr Deep Learning Hardware Verification Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI hardware by validating and optimizing next-generation NPU silicon solutions. You will join the NPU Hardware Pre-Silicon Validation team working closely with design engineers, model engineers and AI architects to validate components of the next generation NPU IP portfolio. Your contributions will directly shape Intel's advancements in AI technologies.

Responsibilities

• Functional Verification of complex digital design block(s) on the latest generations of Intel's NPU AI accelerators.
• Architect, develop and implement verification environments from initial planning through the validation lifecycle to review and signoff.
• Develop test plans and test cases.
• Implement random test generators, high level transactional models, bus functional models (BFMs), functional/formal constraints, checkers and scoreboards, coverpoints/covergroups and SVA properties.
• Implement software based testcases for functional and performance based testing of the NPU AI accelerators.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse and address next-generation AI requirements, influencing the AI product roadmap.

About the Business Group

The Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning team drives innovation in AI hardware development, aligning with Intel's mission to deliver world-class solutions in the AI domain. With a focus on building state-of-the-art hardware that supports cutting-edge AI models, the team collaborates across Intel to enable breakthroughs in efficiency, scalability, and performance for AI workloads on devices and in the cloud.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electronic, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant industry experience in pre-silicon validation of IP's, ASIC, SoC, or FPGA designs.
• Fully proficient with industry standard verification tools and methodologies (System Verilog, VCS, UVM, OVM etc).
• Expertise in developing testbenches, test plans, and functional/formal verification environments.
• Proven track record of signing off complex designs through coverage closure and related techniques.
• Self-starter with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate in diverse team environments and take on leadership roles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Preferred Knowledge

• Experience with C-based Software driver development and testing.
• Experience with validating low power and high performance designs, HW accelerators being a major plus.
• Proficiency in System Verilog Assertions.
• Experience with formal verification techniques and tools.
• Knowledge of Git and Continuous Integration (CI) practices.
• Established knowledge of SoC based CPUs, NoCs, AMBA protocols, and memory controllers.
• Understanding of deep learning techniques and experience working with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or OpenCV is an advantage.
• Passion for exploring AI techniques, tools and flows to aid in faster validation closure.

Job Details

Job Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 1 (Ireland)

Primary Location: Ireland, Leixlip

Work Model: This role will require an on-site presence.

Salary Range: €76,900.00 - €120,100.00 annually

The compensation range displayed in this posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for this position. Within this range, individual pay is determined by job related skills, experience, and relevant education, training. As part of our total compensation approach, the final offer may include additional pay components and benefits.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.