Digital IC Verification Lead

Join an innovative UK technology leader in Cambridge, revolutionising precision motion systems, and take ownership of digital IC verification for cutting-edge products used in millions of devices worldwide.

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Digital IC Verification Lead A UK-based technology company specialising in precision motion solutions using patented Shape Memory Alloy (SMA) actuator technology. Its compact, high-performance systems are widely used in smartphone cameras, wearables, AR/VR devices, haptics, and medical applications worldwide. Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Digital IC Verification Lead to own verification strategy and sign-off for advanced digital IC products.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership role requiring deep technical expertise and the ability to mentor and guide a growing team.

Key Responsibilities Lead digital IC verification activities through tape-out and sign-off. Develop and enhance Python-based verification environments (non-UVM). Ensure high-quality, production-ready IC designs. Support verification across IC (silicon) and FPGA (emulation) platforms. Own verification coverage, lint, and quality sign-off processes. Maintain and improve automated test systems, ensuring timely issue triage. Contribute to RTL development and architectural work where appropriate. Provide line management and mentor junior engineers.

Required Experience 12 years' hands-on digital IC verification experience. Strong Python verification expertise (essential). System Verilog (SV) experience not VHDL. Proven verification sign-off experience for digital ICs. Experience improving verification methodologies and processes. Previous leadership or mentoring experience.