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Principal Engineer

NXP SemiconductorsChandler, AZ$174,070 per year

This engineer will verify ASIC and mixed-signal designs by creating testbenches, simulation models, checkers, assertions, and regression suites. The position works closely with design leadership to translate IP and device specifications into comprehensive verification plans and test strategies. Responsibilities include running digital, gate-level, and top-level simulations, tracking issues, debugging failures, and supporting verification reviews before tape-out. The role sits within NXP’s semiconductor product development function and suits an experienced verification professional with strong SystemVerilog, UVM, SoC, and processor-based design knowledge. Candidates should also be comfortable with serial interfaces, C-based testing, coverage analysis, and collaborative problem solving.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronic, computer engineering, or a related fieldFive years of progressive post-baccalaureate experience in semiconductor design or verificationExperience with SystemVerilog, UVM, ASIC verification, and SoC testbenchesKnowledge of ARM multiprocessor systems and serial protocols including I2C, SPI, SPMI, and UARTExperience with GLS simulation, debugging, regression management, and artifact trackingAbility to develop C-based tests and verify SPI interfaces
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About NXP Semiconductors

Semiconductor manufacturer operating two wafer fabs in Chandler, including a GaN RF power fab opened 2020. Used in 5G base stations among many other applications.

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