Senior ASIC Verification Engineer

Are you an experienced ASIC Verification Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? At ESSIQ South, we are looking for a talented engineer who wants to work at the forefront of advanced semiconductor technology, contributing to cutting-edge solutions for one of the world's leading companies in telecommunications and connectivity.

At ESSIQ, we believe that great technology starts with great people. We are an engineering consultancy that goes the extra mile to make sure our employees feel valued, supported, and inspired.

Through supportive leadership, an open company culture, and a genuine focus on individual development, we empower our engineers to shape their own careers.

Do you see the benefits of working with different technologies, customers, and industries while growing alongside one employer? At ESSIQ, you get the best of both worlds.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

As a Senior ASIC Verification Engineer at ESSIQ, you will have the opportunity to contribute to highly advanced ASIC and SoC development within a world-leading technology organization.

Our customer operates at the forefront of global telecommunications, developing sophisticated hardware solutions that enable the next generation of connectivity. You will become part of an international R&D environment where technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration are at the heart of everything.

This is an opportunity to work with complex, high-performance digital systems where your expertise will have a direct impact on the quality and reliability of future technology.

The role is primarily hands-on, with a strong focus on developing and improving advanced verification environments. Depending on your experience and ambitions, you may also have the opportunity to influence technical methodologies, support other engineers, and contribute to the development of high-performing teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing advanced ASIC and SoC verification environments using SystemVerilog and UVM.
• Designing and implementing testbenches from scratch, including drivers, monitors, scoreboards, and sequences.
• Developing, integrating, and maintaining Verification IPs (VIPs).
• Implementing SystemVerilog Assertions (SVA) to ensure robust design verification.
• Developing functional and code coverage strategies, identifying verification gaps, and driving coverage closure.
• Maintaining and improving existing test environments as designs evolve.
• Collaborating with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams in an international development environment.
• Contributing to verification methodologies, best practices, and continuous improvements.

At ESSIQ, we recognize that professional development looks different for everyone. Whether your ambition is to deepen your technical expertise, take on greater technical responsibility, or grow into a leadership role, we want to support your journey.

QUALIFICATIONS

We value both technical expertise and personal qualities. For this position, we are looking for someone who has:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least five years of relevant experience, preferably with a strong focus on ASIC/SoC verification.
• Excellent knowledge of SystemVerilog and UVM.
• Proven hands-on experience developing verification testbenches and test environments from scratch.
• Experience developing and integrating Verification IPs (VIPs).
• Good understanding of assertions, functional coverage, code coverage, and coverage-driven verification.
• A solid understanding of digital design and modern verification methodologies.
• Experience working in Linux-based development environments.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate in international, cross-functional engineering teams.

Additional experience that we consider valuable:

• Verification of ASICs used in telecommunications, networking, or high-speed interfaces.
• Experience with regression testing, automation, and CI environments.
• Experience analyzing verification metrics and improving verification efficiency.
• Previous experience mentoring engineers or contributing to technical team development.
• Experience working in large-scale, international R&D organizations.

PERSONALITY & ENGAGEMENT

Beyond technical skills, we believe that the right mindset makes all the difference.

• Responsible and driven - You take ownership of your work and are committed to delivering high-quality results.
• Collaborative and communicative - You enjoy exchanging ideas, solving complex challenges, and working closely with other engineers.
• Curious and innovative - You are passionate about technology, continuously developing your skills, and finding better ways of working.
• Supportive and open-minded - You enjoy sharing knowledge, learning from others, and contributing to a positive team environment.

ABOUT THE POSITION

• Employment: Permanent, full-time position.
• Location: ESSIQ South - Malmö and the surrounding region.
• Compensation & Benefits: Competitive fixed or variable salary models, excellent opportunities for professional development, pension contributions, comprehensive insurance coverage, and attractive employee benefits.
• Start date: Early 2027 or spring 2027, depending on availability and agreement.

Applications and interviews will be handled continuously, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please note that we do not accept applications via email.

ABOUT ESSIQ

ESSIQ is an engineering consultancy where people always come first.

We believe that the best results are achieved when engineers are given the freedom, trust, and support to develop both professionally and personally.

At ESSIQ, you have the opportunity to influence your career path, choose assignments that align with your interests, and benefit from flexible working arrangements and modern compensation models.

Our engineers work on exciting assignments across several industries, either on-site with customers, in-house, or from satellite offices.

But ESSIQ is about more than technology.

We are a social and people-oriented company that values community, collaboration, and long-term relationships. We invest in professional development, knowledge sharing, and social activities because we believe that enjoying your workplace is just as important as the work itself.

At ESSIQ, you are not just another consultant. You are part of the company, its culture, and its future.

CONTACT

Have questions about the position or want to learn more about the opportunities at ESSIQ South?

Marcos Svensson Cabral
Regional Manager South - ESSIQ
marcos.c.svensson@essiq.se

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