Senior SoC Design Verification Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Senior SoC Design Verification Engineer (AI): Leading verification efforts for complex system-on-chip designs enabling next-generation client computing and AI technologies with an accent on verification strategy, architecture, and methodology. Focus on developing scalable test benches, root-cause debugging in pre-silicon environments, and ensuring security and performance of hirify.global silicon products.

Location: Hybrid (Folsom, CA or Santa Clara, CA)

Salary: $164,470–$269,100 USD

Company

Global leader in semiconductor manufacturing and computing technologies, driving the future of AI-enabled client computing.

What you will do

• Perform functional logic verification of integrated SoCs to ensure specifications are met.
• Define and develop scalable, reusable verification plans, test benches, and environments across block and subsystem levels.
• Execute verification using emulation and system simulation models to analyze power, performance, and functionality.
• Identify, root cause, and debug pre-silicon issues, implementing corrective measures to resolve failures.
• Collaborate with architects, RTL designers, and post-silicon teams to enhance verification methodologies.
• Develop security-focused test plans to ensure comprehensive coverage during regression and debug testing.

Requirements

• Must be based in the USA (California: Folsom or Santa Clara) for hybrid work.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in SoC verification, including test planning, implementation, and debug.
• Proficiency in System Verilog and OVM or UVM methodologies.
• Strong experience in pre-silicon debugging, root cause analysis, and hardware simulation tools.
• Deep understanding of system architecture, SoC architecture, and microarchitecture concepts.

Nice to have

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Experience with low-power design and verification techniques.
• Proficiency in Python and scripting for verification automation.
• Knowledge of Design for Test (DFT) tools and techniques.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package including pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and vacation benefits for employees and their families.
• Hybrid work model allowing a split between on-site and off-site work.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge SoC architectures and influence global verification strategies.
• Collaborative environment with a strong emphasis on mentoring and developing engineers.