Principal Emulation Engineer (Semiconductor)

TL;DR

Principal Emulation Engineer (Semiconductor/SoC): Developing and optimizing complex SubSystem emulation models for high-performance SoCs with an accent on design integration, environment setup, and hardware-software co-verification. Focus on driving emulation bring-up, debugging complex SoC issues across RTL and firmware, and optimizing runtime efficiency on industry-leading platforms.

Location: Santa Clara, CA or Irvine, CA. Applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. export control laws (EAR).

Salary: $158,600 - $237,600 per annum

Company

hirify.global provides essential semiconductor solutions for data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, and AI architectures.

What you will do

• Lead the development of complex SubSystem emulation models using Veloce, ZeBu, and Palladium platforms.
• Drive emulation bring-up, including clock/reset sequencing, firmware boot, and system validation.
• Create and execute detailed emulation test plans to support verification, performance analysis, and software development.
• Collaborate with RTL design, verification, and firmware teams to ensure seamless model integration.
• Debug complex SoC and subsystem issues spanning RTL, firmware, and toolchain interactions.
• Automate flows and enhance productivity through Python, Perl, Tcl, and shell scripting.

Requirements

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 10+ years of verification and firmware/software development experience (5+ years for MS/PhD).
• Expertise in System Verilog, UVM, and Object-Oriented Design.
• Proficiency with Linux O.S. and scripting languages (Python or Perl).
• Strong programming skills in C++ and ARM assembly.
• Eligibility to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable U.S. law.

Nice to have

• Understanding of networking protocols.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Comprehensive family support and mental/physical health resources.
• Recognition and service awards for milestones.
• Robust benefits package supporting employees from internship through retirement.

Hiring process

• Interviews focusing on individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time.
• Strict prohibition of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, transcription apps) during interviews; use results in disqualification.