CPU Design Verification Engineer (Hardware)

TL;DR

CPU Design Verification Engineer (Hardware): Developing and executing sophisticated verification plans to validate CPU logic against architectural specifications with an accent on UVM-based testbenches and functional coverage. Focus on debugging pre-silicon environments, performing root-cause analysis of complex issues, and optimizing verification workflows through automation.

Location: On-site presence required in Austin, Texas or Hillsboro, Oregon, USA

Salary: $122,440 - $172,860

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in semiconductor design and manufacturing, focusing on breakthrough silicon and platform solutions.

What you will do

• Develop and execute comprehensive verification plans to validate CPU logic against architectural and microarchitectural specifications.
• Create scalable, reusable verification environments using UVM-based testbenches and functional coverage models.
• Perform in-depth functional coverage analysis to identify and close critical verification gaps.
• Execute system-level simulations to validate functionality, power consumption, and timing characteristics.
• Debug and perform root-cause analysis of issues within pre-silicon environments.
• Collaborate with CPU architects and RTL designers to verify complex architectural features.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field (PhD also considered).
• 1+ years of experience with hardware modeling languages such as Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog.
• Experience developing UVM-based testbenches for scalable verification.
• Programming proficiency in Python, Perl, or C++.
• Strong knowledge of computer architecture fundamentals, specifically CPU microarchitecture.
• Experience in debugging, validation, and functional coverage analysis.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of x86 architecture, hirify.global Architecture ISA, and assembly programming.
• Experience in both pre-silicon and post-silicon CPU verification and debugging.
• Familiarity with microcode, firmware, or low-level code generation.
• Experience using Synopsys VCS and version control systems like Git.
• Experience applying AI or automation to accelerate verification processes.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on industry-leading CPU technologies with world-class engineering teams.
• Competitive compensation package including base pay, stock bonuses, and benefits.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and vacation programs for employees and their families.
• Support for professional growth and technical expertise development.