CPU/Processor Verification - Core Execution (VSU) Unit

Role & Responsibilities:

• Lead the unit-level pre-silicon functional & performance verification of the Processor core vector/scalar execution unit for next-generation IBM POWER processor core systems.
• Architect and enhance the existing verification environment for vector/scalar/SIMD execution units of high-performance processor CPUs.
• Develop verification test plans for both functional and performance verification, including estimation for coverage closure.
• Support higher-level core/system simulation environment.
• Participate in post-silicon lab bring-up and validation of the hardware.
• Lead, guide, and mentor a team of engineers and represent them at global forums.
• Thoroughly document verification environment details, providing comprehensive insights for future reference and continuous improvement.
• Effectively communicate progress, potential challenges encountered, and milestones achieved to stakeholders and team members.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education:

• Master's Degree

Required Technical and Professional Expertise:

• 8+ years of experience in functional verification of processors, with deep understanding of vector/scalar/SIMD execution units.
• Good understanding of computer architecture, including Processor core design specifications.
• Hands-on experience in MMA/vector/scalar/SIMD verification.
• Expertise in Out of Order, Superscalar, Multi-Threaded Core Architecture and ISA.
• Experience with high-frequency instruction pipeline designs.
• Proficiency in C++, Python scripting, or similar object-oriented programming languages.

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience:

• Knowledge of instruction fetch, branch execution, flushes, stalls, and arithmetic units.
• Knowledge of test generation tools and working with ISA reference models.
• Experience with translating ISA specifications to test plans.
• Knowledge of verification principles and coverage.
• Understanding of Agile development processes.
• Experience with DevOps design methodologies and tools.