Senior Staff Emulation Engineer (Semiconductor)

TL;DR

Senior Staff Emulation Engineer (Semiconductor): Building and validating complex SoC subsystem emulation models with an accent on hardware-software integration and pre-silicon validation. Focus on driving emulation strategy, optimizing runtime efficiency, and debugging complex SoC issues across RTL and firmware.

Location: Santa Clara, CA. Applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under U.S. law (e.g., U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals).

Salary: $113,920 - $170,600 per annum

Company

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

What you will do

• Build complex Subsystem emulation models, including design integration and environment setup on Veloce, ZeBu, or Palladium platforms.
• Drive emulation bring-up activities, including clock/reset sequencing and firmware boot.
• Execute emulation test plans to support verification, performance analysis, and system validation.
• Debug complex SoC and subsystem issues across RTL, firmware, and toolchain interactions.
• Optimize emulation performance through model partitioning and runtime efficiency improvements.
• Automate flows and improve productivity using Python, Perl, Tcl, and shell scripting.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or CS (5-7 years experience) or MS/PhD (3-5 years experience).
• Proficiency in SystemVerilog and UVM.
• Hands-on experience developing emulation models using Synopsys, Cadence, or Siemens platforms.
• Knowledge of processor architecture, SoC components, I/O protocols (PCIe, CXL, Ethernet), and memory interfaces (DDR, HBM).
• Skilled in scripting languages: Perl, Python, Tcl, and UNIX shell.
• Programming skills in C++ and ARM assembly.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Comprehensive family support programs to balance work and home life.
• Robust mental and physical health resources.
• Recognition and service awards for professional milestones.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion for all qualified applicants.