Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

The SoC Development team is seeking highly motivated engineers to join a team of experienced engineers working on the development of controller SoCs.

As a Technologist, Verification Engineer in SoC Development Team, you will develop test-plans and tests for use in testing complex System On Chip (SoC) ASIC’s.  Your work will enable industry-leading data storage control SoC’s that get deployed into high volume consumer and enterprise products.

The growing diversity of data creates an exponential number of new possibilities – for the world, our company and you. You’ll be part of a team driving the innovations necessary to outpace new demands and challenges everywhere data lives, from sensors to mobile devices to the cloud. We’ve only started to scratch the surface of what data can do. You can help unlock its full potential.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for driving verification strategy, creating Test Plans, and developing UVM and C-based Test Benches for Sub-systems and SoC.Collaborate with architects, designers,  pre-and post-silicon verification teams to develop test plansResponsible to develop C-based tests on SoC. Processor knowledge is a plus.Define and meet all functional coverage goalsRun and debug gate-level simulationsUnderstanding and generation of functional patterns for ATE

Qualifications

Qualifications

BE or MS degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, with 12+ years of experienceDeep understanding of C, SystemVerilog UVM and coverage driven verification methodologyHistory of building and improving UVM based verification methodology

Skills:

Develop and execute verification plansProficiency with C, Verilog, System Verilog & UVMExperience in implementing advanced test benches, verification models, scoreboards/checkers.Knowledge in bus protocols - APB, AHB, AXI, and bus interconnectsGood Programming/Scripting skills with languages such as Python, Perl, TCL, and BASHExperience with test plan creation and test-bench developmentExperience with test development and test coverage assessmentExcellent debugging and problem-solving skillKnowledge in various interfaces –   PCIe, Datapath, UART, I2C, I2S, SPI, USB, SD is a plusCreate and modify SoC-level, and sub-system level test benches.Experience in setting up and running gate-level simulationsGate Level / Power-Aware simulationsGreat written and verbal communication skillsPracticing technical leader - coaching, skill building and collaborative skillsInterest in ASICs, SoCs, flash memory, semiconductor componentsStrong team player who collaborates with colleagues

Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.