Job TitleLead Verification EngineerLocationMontreal, Ottawa, TorontoOverviewCadence is seeking a motivated self-starter to join our growing team of engineers developing high-performance physical IP for industry-standard protocols. The successful candidate will lead verification of digital RTL and development of reusable verification components and environments.ResponsibilitiesVerify digital RTL and develop reusable verification components and environments.Contribute to all aspects of digital verification, including flow development, test plan creation and execution, functional coverage closure, and code coverage closure.Work independently to complete assigned tasks within required project timelines with high quality.Collaborate with design, verification, project management, and digital/analog design teams across multiple geographies.Maintain design IP documentation and support continuous improvement of verification processes.Be willing to work full time in the Montreal office and travel as required (approx. 5% travel).Required QualificationsBachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.Solid understanding of verification architecture and methodologies.Familiarity with Metric Driven Verification, Universal Verification Methodologies (UVM),



SystemVerilog Assertions (SVAs).Experience with functional coverage planning and coverage closure.Proficiency in SystemVerilog.Understanding of digital design flow.Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.Fluency in English.Preferred ExperienceMaster’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.Experience coding in SystemVerilog UVM.Experience with scripting languages (Python, Perl, Ruby, Sed, AWK).Exposure to standard protocol knowledge: PCIe, USB, SATA, Ethernet, Display Port, HDMI.Exposure to formal verification technologies.Exposure to mixed‑signal design.Experience with Cadence verification tools.Experience with low‑power verification using CPF or UPF.BenefitsAnnual salary range (Montreal): CAD 89,600.00 – 166,400.00.Incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits.Paid vacation and holidays.Leave of absence programs.Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax‑Free Savings (TFSA) plans.Employee Stock Purchase Plan.Group health coverage including dental and vision.Emotional Well‑being Support (EAP), life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability.Global travel medical coverage, business travel accident insurance, and Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA).Equal Employment Chance StatementCadence is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Lead Digital Verification Engineer - C$89,600 - C$166,400 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Cadence
📍 Winnipeg