Senior Staff Emulation Engineer

TL;DR

Senior Staff Emulation Engineer: Building and optimizing complex subsystem emulation models for advanced SoCs with an accent on platform enablement, testplan execution, and hardware-firmware integration. Focus on driving emulation strategy, debugging complex SoC issues, and improving productivity through automation across industry-leading platforms like Veloce, ZeBu, and Palladium.

Location: Santa Clara, CA (Onsite)

Salary: $113,920 – $170,600 per annum

Company

hirify.global is a leader in semiconductor solutions, providing essential building blocks for data infrastructure across cloud, AI, and enterprise architectures.

What you will do

• Develop and integrate complex subsystem emulation models using platforms like Veloce, ZeBu, and Palladium.
• Drive emulation bring-up, including clock/reset sequencing and firmware boot validation.
• Execute test plans to support verification, performance analysis, and system validation.
• Debug complex SoC and subsystem issues across RTL, firmware, and emulation toolchains.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including RTL design, verification, and firmware.
• Interface with EDA vendors to evaluate tool capabilities and drive feature improvements.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. law.
• BS in Computer/Electrical Engineering or CS with 5-7 years of emulation experience (or MS/PhD with 3-5 years).
• Extensive hands-on experience with Synopsys, Cadence, or Siemens emulation platforms.
• Strong proficiency in SystemVerilog and UVM.
• Strong working knowledge of processor architecture, SoC components, and I/O protocols (PCIe, CXL, Ethernet).
• Skilled in scripting (Python, Perl, Tcl) and programming (C++, ARM assembly).

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive financial well-being programs including an employee stock purchase plan.
• Robust mental health resources and physical health support.
• Family support programs designed to balance work and home life.
• Recognition and service awards to celebrate professional contributions.
• Commitment to purposeful innovation and long-term career growth.