PbRole /b /ppThe Chips-IT Foundation is seeking an experienced Verification Engineer to support the development and validation of advanced digital IPs and System-on-Chip (SoC) platforms. The role focuses on creating and maintaining verification environments using industry-standard methodologies (e.g., UVM), ensuring functional correctness of designs from specification to tape-out. The position also involves collaboration with design, architecture, and software teams to deliver reliable and high-quality silicon. The work can be carried out either in Pavia or in Bologna. /ppbr/ppbKey Responsibilities: /b /pulliDefine and implement verification strategies at IP and SoC levels. /liliDevelop and maintain UVM-based verification environments, including testbenches and functional coverage. /liliDesign and execute test plans aligned with design specifications and requirements. /liliDebug RTL and simulation issues using advanced tools and techniques. /liliIntegrate verification components and ensure complete test coverage. /liliContribute to regression infrastructure and manage automated test execution. /liliCollaborate closely with RTL designers, DFT engineers, and physical implementation teams. /liliSupport post-silicon bring-up and validation activities as needed. /li /ulpbr/ppbRequired Qualifications: /b /pulliMaster’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. /liliAt least 5 years of experience in digital design verification. /liliStrong knowledge of SystemVerilog and UVM methodology. /liliHands-on experience with simulation and debug tools (e.g., QuestaSim, VCS, Verdi). /liliFamiliarity with industry-standard protocols such as AMBA AXI, APB, and AHB. /liliExperience in writing constrained-random testbenches and analyzing coverage metrics. /liliGood understanding of digital design, SoC architecture, and RTL development. /liliStrong teamwork, communication, and documentation skills. /li /ulpbr/ppbWhat we offer /b /pulliCompetitive compensation and contract type, to be negotiated based on qualifications and experience /liliLunch tickets /liliPrivate health care coverage depending on your role and contract /liliStructured growth path, with ongoing access to training and updates /liliNetworking opportunities with industry-leading professionals /liliInternational environment /liliHybrid work policy /liliTax deductions: Candidates from abroad, comprising Italian citizens, who have carried scientific research activity abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a taxable income deduction up to 90% for a period of 6 to 13 years /li /ulpbr/ppbAbout Fondazione Chips-IT /b /ppThe Foundation “Italian Center for the Design of Semiconductor Integrated Circuits,” also known as the Chips-IT Foundation, is a nonprofit research and technology organization under the supervision of the Ministries of Industry. /ppThe Foundation is Italy's first RTO (Research and Technology Organization) vertically focused on semiconductor research and stands as a center of excellence in frontier research on semiconductor design, as well as a pivotal center of the Italian semiconductor ecosystem and expertise. /ppbr/ppMissions of the Foundation: /pullipromote the design and development of integrated circuits /lilistrengthen the system of professional training in the field of microelectronics /liliensure the establishment of a network of universities, research centers and enterprises that fosters innovation and technology transfer in the field /li /ulpbr/ppbDisclaimer /b /ppNo ranking list or list of suitable candidates will be prepared and published. /ppThe Foundation reserves the right to: /ppa. extend or reopen the deadline of this notice; /ppb. revoke this notice; /ppc. not make any selection from among the applications submitted if they are deemed not to meet the functions set forth in the notice; /ppwithout any claims or rights being asserted by the interested parties. /ppbr/ppNon verrà redatta e pubblicata alcuna graduatoria o elenco degli idonei. /ppLa Fondazione si riserva la facoltà di: /ppa. prorogare o riaprire il termine di scadenza del presente avviso; /ppb. revocare il presente avviso; /ppc. non procedere ad alcuna scelta tra le candidature presentate, ove ritenute non rispondenti alle funzioni di cui all’avviso; /ppsenza che gli interessati possano avanzare alcuna pretesa o diritto. /p