Staff SoC Verification Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Staff SoC Verification Engineer (AI): Developing functional verification environments and test plans for advanced AI and XPU silicon with an accent on UVM/SystemVerilog methodology and coverage analysis. Focus on architecting tools for multi-core SoC design and resolving complex design failures in high-parallel compute environments.

Location: San Diego, CA

Salary: $115,200 - $170,390 per annum

Company

hirify.global provides semiconductor solutions that serve as the essential building blocks of data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, and AI architectures.

What you will do

• Contribute to functional verification environments, including reference models and bus-functional monitors and drivers.
• Write comprehensive verification test plans using random techniques and coverage analysis.
• Develop tests and tune environments to achieve coverage goals and debug failures with designers.
• Verify boot code and architect tools to streamline the design of state-of-the-art multi-core SoCs.
• Transform engineering requirements into scalable software tools for highly parallel compute environments.
• Perform unit and regression testing of developed software tools.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science with 3-5+ years of experience (or MS/PhD with 2-3+ years).
• Strong background in SoC verification and test bench development using UVM, System Verilog, C/C++, and DPI.
• Deep understanding of verification methodology, including OOP, white-box/black-box testing, and gate-level simulations.
• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. export control laws (EAR).
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills with a bias for thoughtful action.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Comprehensive financial well-being and family support programs.
• Robust mental and physical health resources.
• Recognition and service awards for milestones.

Hiring process

• Interviews designed to evaluate individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time.
• Strict prohibition of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, transcription apps) during the interview process.