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Design Verification Engineer

Fortaegis Technologies Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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Posted Jul 10, 2026

**Role & seniority: ** Design Verification Engineer (≈5+ years experience) for FPGA and ASIC RTL verification

**Stack/tools: ** SystemVerilog; UVM; RTL functional verification; verification EDA tools (Siemens/Cadence/Synopsys); formal verification (plus); verification automation/infrastructure; coverage-driven testing

**Top 3 responsibilities: **

  • Develop and execute verification strategies for complex FPGA/ASIC RTL

  • Build/maintain UVM-based verification environments and automated test suites/infrastructure

  • Identify, debug, and document RTL functional issues; collaborate with design to validate functionality/performance

  • Must-have skills:

    • Advanced SystemVerilog and UVM

    • Hands-on RTL functional verification experience for FPGA and/or ASIC

    • Strong analytical/problem-solving skills and attention to detail

    • Effective cross-functional communication and teamwork

    • Ownership mindset; ability to go beyond defined scope

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • Formal verification experience/techniques

    • Knowledge of high-speed networking (Ethernet, PCIe) and/or cryptographic IP

  • Location & work type: Not specified in provided text

Full Description

Fortaegis is a fast-scaling, highly ambitious and cutting-edge semiconductor company. We are looking for a Design Verification Engineer responsible for verifying RTL designs for FPGA and ASIC-based products. The role focuses on ensuring that system-level and block-level requirements are correctly implemented in hardware designs and identifying functional issues early. We are looking for candidates with not only an exceptional skillset, but also an exceptional mindset, willing to go above and beyond to make our hardware engineering team even better.

  • 5+ years of experience in RTL functional verification for FPGA and/or ASIC designs

  • Advanced knowledge of SystemVerilog and UVM

  • Hands-on experience with verification EDA tools (e.g., Siemens, Cadence, Synopsys)

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail

  • Experience with formal verification techniques is a plus

  • High-speed networking (Ethernet, PCIe) or cryptographic IP experience is advantageous

  • Effective communication, teamwork skills and ability to collaborate across functions

  • Ability to take ownership and solve problems beyond the scope of the job description, with a flexible, solution-oriented mindset

  • Develop and execute verification strategies for intricate FPGA and ASIC RTL designs

  • Design, implement, and maintain verification environments, including automated test suites and infrastructure, following industry-standard methodologies

  • Identify, debug, and document design issues, collaborating closely with design engineers to validate functionality and performance

  • Implement coverage-focused verification approaches to achieve thorough verification of all design features

  • Coordinate with design, architecture, and software teams to ensure smooth integration and verification of designs

  • Stay up-to-date with verification tools, methodologies, and best practices

The successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to participate in shaping the future of our visionary company, contributing to the development of ultra-secure and high-performance products. They will be part of a dynamic and innovative team, working in a collaborative and technically rewarding environment at the forefront of semiconductor technology.

RTL Functional VerificationSystemVerilogUVMEDA ToolsFormal VerificationHigh-speed NetworkingEthernetPCIeCryptographic IPVerification StrategiesAutomated Test SuitesCoverage-focused Verificationmulti-location

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