Virtual Prototype Engineer (SystemC/TLM) - REQ · 3003

Role: Virtual Prototype Engineer

Areas of Responsibility

• Create Virtual Development Kits (VDKs) using Synopsys Virtualizer and Synopsys IP models.

• Integrate CPU, GPU, PCIe, UCIe, DDR, and peripheral IP models into a cohesive virtual platform.

• Develop SystemC/TLM‑2.0 models for custom IP blocks, peripherals, and SoC components.

• Build and maintain virtual prototypes for pre‑silicon software development and SoC bring‑up.

• Develop scripts and automation for VDK assembly, configuration, and validation.

• Work closely with hardware design teams to interpret RTL specifications and convert them into SystemC/TLM models.

• Validate functional correctness of models through directed tests, regressions, and co‑simulation with RTL. Support firmware, driver, and OS teams using the VDK for early bring‑up and debugging.

• Optimize model performance, timing accuracy, and simulation speed.

• Document model behavior, APIs, and integration guidelines for internal and external teams.

Experience

· 5+ years of experience in virtual prototyping, SystemC/TLM‑2.0 modeling, or pre‑silicon software enablement.

· Hands‑on experience with Synopsys Virtualizer, Platform Architect, or similar virtual prototyping tools.

· Strong proficiency in SystemC, C++, and TLM‑2.0 transaction‑level modeling. Experience integrating Synopsys IP models (ARC, PCIe, USB, DDR, GPU, etc.) into VDKs.