IC Resources

OLD: Senior Design Verification Engineer – Cryptography

United Kingdom Remote Solely 5-10 yrs exp Staffing and Recruiting 134 employees

UVMPythonVerificationAutomationSystemVerilog Assertions

Requirements

A strong background in UVM-based verification and proven experience in building UVM testbenches from scratch is required. Proficiency in Python and solid experience with SystemVerilog Assertions are also necessary, along with a minimum of 4 years of experience.

Job Description

I am seeking a Senior Design Verification Engineer to join an established and fast-growing startup as it enters its next phase of growth. With a team of nearly 100 people, this company is at the forefront of post-quantum cryptography, developing security-critical technologies with global impact.

You will play a key role in verifying highly secure designs, working closely with experienced engineers in a collaborative, high-trust environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

As part of the verification team, you will:

Build and extend UVM testbenches to verify cryptographic IP and subsystem designs
Develop Python-based tools and automation to improve verification efficiency and productivity
Apply formal verification techniques in creative and effective ways

Beyond Hands-on Verification, You Will Also

Influence and define verification methodologies and strategies
Architect testbenches using UVM and formal-based approaches
Define verification plans, functional coverage models, and test strategies at block and subsystem level
Lead verification for IPs or subsystems, including effort estimation, scheduling, task allocation, and progress reporting
Drive coverage closure and sign-off quality across complex designs
Mentor junior engineers and help raise the overall capability of the team

Required Experience

Strong background in UVM-based verification at IP and subsystem levels
Proven experience building UVM testbenches from scratch
Proficiency in Python for verification automation
Solid experience with SystemVerilog Assertions (SVA)
A minimum of 4 years experience.

What’s On Offer

Competitive base salary plus share options
Opportunity to help build something from the ground up in a growing, mission-driven company
Fully remote role (must be based at a UK address)
Visa sponsorship available

This role will suit someone who thrives in small, collaborative teams, communicates clearly, and is passionate about delivering high-quality verification for security-critical systems.

Skills

UVMPythonVerificationAutomationSystemVerilog AssertionsFormal VerificationTestbenchesMentoringDesign VerificationCryptography

About IC Resources

In the search for highly skilled talent, IC Resources has supported the technology community since 1999. We match great talent to deep-tech companies around the world. Founder-led and independent, IC Resources evolves with the industry, building extensive market knowledge and long-term relationships. IC Resources is viewed as a key contributor to the technology ecosystem. We’re one of the few recruitment companies that really pays it forward. Our 70 specialist recruitment consultants work to find the best long-term fit for individuals and organisations around the world. They work in dedicated teams within the software, semiconductor and electronics sectors, covering technical operations, sales and marketing, IT and executive positions. We’re embedded in the industries we work in, supporting our clients in seeking out the next generation of talented candidates, while building recruitment solutions that adapt to the different needs of individual organisations. If you’d like to discuss the employment marketplace, salary levels, your recruitment strategy or indeed your career, please contact us. T: +44 118 988 1150 W: ic-resources.com E: enquiry@ic-resources.com