Senior Verification Engineer
UK Remote
I am seeking a Senior 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
Must have:
* 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.