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Functional Verification Engineer

Accenture Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

onsitefull-time
Posted Jul 8, 2026

**Role & seniority: ** Functional Verification Engineer (DV/SoC Functional Verification); mid-senior, 5+ years required; expected to act as SME and lead team decisions/mentoring.

**Stack/tools: ** SystemVerilog, UVM, Xcelium; verification methodology (constrained-random, directed, coverage-driven); PCIe/SoC DV, Ethernet/Networking SoC DV; Embedded C / firmware validation; driver/firmware, debug HW/SW, transactors, DUT-to-software interface hookup.

**Top 3 responsibilities: **

  • Develop and execute block/system-level functional testbenches (random/directed/coverage-driven).

  • Drive functional coverage closure by identifying corner cases with design/architecture teams prior to tape-out.

  • Lead/mentor verification team; improve verification methodology/processes and support cross-team alignment.

  • Must-have skills:

    • SoC Verification proficiency.

    • Strong verification fundamentals: constrained-random and coverage-driven testing.

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • PCIe subsystem/SoC DV

    • Ethernet/networking SoC DV

    • Driver/firmware experience, HW/SW debug, embedded C and firmware validation.

  • Location & work type: Bengaluru office, onsite (work type not explicitly stated, location provided).

Full Description

Project Role: Functional Verification Engineer Project Role Description : Develop and execute testbenches to verify the functional correctness of digital designs at the block and system level. Create constrained-random, directed, and coverage-driven tests using languages like SystemVerilog and UVM. Collaborate with design and architecture teams to identify corner cases and ensure complete functional coverage before tape-out. Must have skills : SoC Verification Good to have skills : NA Minimum 5 year(s) of experience is required Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education Summary: As a Functional Verification Engineer, a typical day involves developing and executing comprehensive testbenches to ensure the functional accuracy of digital designs at both block and system levels. The role includes creating various types of tests, such as constrained-random, directed, and coverage-driven, to thoroughly validate the design. Collaboration with design and architecture teams is a key part of the day, focusing on identifying edge cases and ensuring that all functional aspects are covered before the final tape-out stage. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous communication across multiple teams to maintain design integrity throughout the verification process. Roles & Responsibilities: - Expected to be an SME, collaborate and manage the team to perform. - Responsible for team decisions. - Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions. - Provide solutions to problems for their immediate team and across multiple teams. - Lead efforts to improve verification methodologies and processes to enhance efficiency and coverage. - Mentor junior team members to support their professional growth and skill development. - Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align verification goals with overall project timelines and deliverables. Professional & Technical Skills: - PCIe Subsystem/SoC DV - Ethernet/Networking SoC DV - Embedded C - Firmware validation - Xcelium + UVM - Driver/Firmware experience - Debug HW/SW interactions - Debug transactors - Connect DUT interfaces to software side - Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in SoC Verification. - Strong knowledge of verification methodologies including constrained-random testing and coverage-driven verification. Additional Information: - The candidate should have minimum 5 years of experience in SoC Verification. - This position is based at our Bengaluru office. - A 15 years full time education is required. 15 years full time education About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, military veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Bring your incredible skills and join our global team of innovators. We come together from different backgrounds across the world and work with the latest technologies to create value and growth for our clients. With us, you’ll continue to learn and grow so you can advance in your career. Your personal dreams and ambitions are just as important to us; that’s why we offer support any way we can—when you thrive, we all thrive. Explore your next step at Accenture Belong. Grow. Thrive. Join a great place to work for reinventors who drive meaningful change for our clients, communities, and the world. Wo rld. Explore your next step at Accenture

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