Senior Verification Engineer - Networking in Belfast

Senior Verification Engineer – High-Speed Networking (Contract) We are recruiting for a Senior Verification Engineer to work on advanced high-speed networking and SoC IP programmes. This is a hands-on contract role focused on pre-silicon verification using modern methodologies and protocols. You will be responsible for verifying complex IP and SoC designs, owning test plans, driving coverage closure, and supporting integration using industry-standard verification environments. Key Responsibilities * Design and implement UVM / SystemVerilog verification environments * Deliver constrained-random verification and achieve coverage sign-off * Verify high-speed interfaces including Ethernet (100G) and PCIe (Gen4/Gen5) * Integrate and use Verification IP (VIP) * Develop and maintain Python-based regression and CI workflows * Collaborate with design, architecture, and SoC teams Essential Skills & Experience * Strong experience as a Verification Engineer / Design Verification Engineer * Expert knowledge of UVM and SystemVerilog * Experience with Ethernet, PCIe, AMBA / AXI * Proven ownership of test plans and coverage closure * Python scripting and Git-based workflows * Experience in ASIC, SoC, or IP verification environments Desirable * Experience with Vivado / Vitis or adaptive SoC flows * Embedded processor co-simulation or SoC debug exposure This role suits a senior, hands-on verification specialist who enjoys working on complex, high-performance hardware designs. Apply now to discuss details confidentially