We are now looking for a Senior Verification Engineer! As a member of our CPU Verification Team, you will be responsible for a portion of the Design Verification, focusing on tasks such as testbench ...
We are now looking for a Senior Verification Engineer! As a member of our CPU Verification Team, you will be responsible for a portion of the Design Verification, focusing on tasks such as testbench ...
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Sr Principal Engineer CPU Verification * About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication ...
Sr Principal Verification Engineer
$171K - $296K/yr
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Sr Principal Engineer CPU Verification * About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication ...
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$171K - $296K/yr
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CPU Verification Fellow, RISC-V High-Performance Processor
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Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the responsibilities as follows: • Work closely with ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
$126K - $190K/yr
Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the responsibilities as follows: • Work closely with ...
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$147K - $272K/yr
Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the following responsibilities: • Work closely with architecture ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
$147K - $272K/yr
Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the following responsibilities: • Work closely with architecture ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
$126K - $190K/yr
Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the responsibilities as follows: • Work closely with ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
$126K - $190K/yr
Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the responsibilities as follows: • Work closely with ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
$181K - $318K/yr
Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the following responsibilities: • Work closely with architecture ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
$181K - $318K/yr
Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the following responsibilities: • Work closely with architecture ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
$181K - $318K/yr
Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the following responsibilities: • Work closely with architecture ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
$181K - $318K/yr
Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the following responsibilities: • Work closely with architecture ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
$147K - $272K/yr
Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the following responsibilities: • Work closely with architecture ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
$147K - $272K/yr
Description As a CPU Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the following responsibilities: • Work closely with architecture ...
Build and continuously reform verification infrastructure and methodologies to meet the demands of next generation CPU. * Work with architects, RTL designers, FPGA, emulation engineers to ensure that ...
Build and continuously reform verification infrastructure and methodologies to meet the demands of next generation CPU. * Work with architects, RTL designers, FPGA, emulation engineers to ensure that ...
Build and continuously reform verification infrastructure and methodologies to meet the demands of next generation CPU. * Work with architects, RTL designers, FPGA, emulation engineers to ensure that ...
Build and continuously reform verification infrastructure and methodologies to meet the demands of next generation CPU. * Work with architects, RTL designers, FPGA, emulation engineers to ensure that ...
NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional Senior SoC ASIC Verification Engineer to confirm the functionality ... Solid understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture. * Experience with verification of ...
NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional Senior SoC ASIC Verification Engineer to confirm the functionality ... Solid understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture. * Experience with verification of ...
NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional Senior SoC ASIC Verification Engineer to confirm the functionality ... Solid understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture. * Experience with verification of ...
NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional Senior SoC ASIC Verification Engineer to confirm the functionality ... Solid understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture. * Experience with verification of ...
NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional Senior SoC ASIC Verification Engineer to confirm the functionality ... Solid understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture. * Experience with verification of ...
NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional Senior SoC ASIC Verification Engineer to confirm the functionality ... Solid understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture. * Experience with verification of ...
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$154K - $188K/yr
At Tenstorrent, we build open, state of the art compute for real workloads and real developers. You will own CPU core-level testbench development and verification, shaping how our out-of-order RISC-V ...
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Denver, CO · On-site
$167K - $184K/yr
... CPU verification methodologies, including functional and performance validation of processor ... Engineering Services EEO Statement: Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be ...
Design Verification Engineer
Denver, CO · On-site
$167K - $184K/yr
... CPU verification methodologies, including functional and performance validation of processor ... Engineering Services EEO Statement: Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be ...
NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional Senior SoC ASIC Verification Engineer to confirm the functionality ... Solid understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture. * Experience with verification of ...
NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional Senior SoC ASIC Verification Engineer to confirm the functionality ... Solid understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture. * Experience with verification of ...
NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional Senior SoC ASIC Verification Engineer to confirm the functionality ... Solid understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture. * Experience with verification of ...
NVIDIA is seeking an exceptional Senior SoC ASIC Verification Engineer to confirm the functionality ... Solid understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture. * Experience with verification of ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
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$148K - $181K/yr
Description As a CPU Design Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the responsibilities as follows: • Work closely with ...
CPU Design Verification Engineer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$148K - $181K/yr
Description As a CPU Design Verification Engineer owning the verification of a certain area of functionality in a CPU design, you will have the responsibilities as follows: • Work closely with ...
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How much do cpu verification engineer jobs pay per year?
As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for cpu verification engineer in the United States is $142,619.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $136,000.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a CPU Verification Engineer job?
A CPU Verification Engineer is responsible for ensuring that a CPU design functions correctly before manufacturing. They develop and execute test plans using simulation, formal verification, and other methodologies to validate processor behavior against specifications. This role requires knowledge of hardware description languages (like Verilog or VHDL), verification languages (such as SystemVerilog UVM), and debugging tools. CPU Verification Engineers collaborate with architects and designers to identify and resolve design issues. Their work is critical in catching bugs early, improving performance, and ensuring the reliability of modern processors.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cpu Verification Engineer position, and why are they important?
A CPU Verification Engineer requires a solid understanding of computer architecture, digital logic design, and verification methodologies, typically backed by a degree in electrical or computer engineering. Familiarity with hardware description languages (such as Verilog or VHDL), industry-standard verification tools (like UVM, SystemVerilog), and scripting languages is highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication skills help candidates excel in this role. These qualifications are essential to ensure rigorous testing of complex CPU designs, minimize costly errors, and drive project success.
What are the typical responsibilities of a CPU Verification Engineer during a project lifecycle?
As a CPU Verification Engineer, you'll work closely with design teams to develop and execute verification plans, write and maintain testbenches, and run simulations to uncover design issues. Your responsibilities will include identifying edge cases, debugging failures, ensuring coverage goals are met, and collaborating in code reviews. Projects often involve cross-functional teamwork with architects, design engineers, and software teams, offering exposure to various aspects of CPU development. This role is both technically demanding and highly collaborative, providing valuable opportunities to contribute to the creation of next-generation processors.
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Job description
We are now looking for a Senior Verification Engineer!
As a member of our CPU Verification Team, you will be responsible for a portion of the Design Verification, focusing on tasks such as testbench/scoreboard/stimulus development, regression debug, and coverage closure, supporting design, implementation, and system level validation/debug. This position offers you the opportunity to have real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company impacting product lines ranging from consumer graphics to self-driving cars and the growing field of artificial intelligence. We have crafted a team of outstanding people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the platform for the future of computing.
What you'll be doing:
Technical leadership role to define/plan/implement/execute performance verification strategy of sophisticated CPU designs
Ability to delve into lowest level details of CPU unit design specification, implementation and it's performance impact
Interactions with architect and design engineers to define detailed scope of micro architectural features
Draft detailed performance testplans
Define/Create scalable micros to validate features
Build infra/tooling needed for efficient performance correlation debug
Ability to lead and provide detailed technical guidance to junior engineers
Agility to work on multiple tasks/projects
What we need to see:
BS/MS or equivalent experience
12+ years of experience
Background with CPU micro architecture
Experience with workload analysis
Proficient of script language like Perl, Python
Working knowledge of C/C++
Good communication skills and ability & desire to work as a team player are a must
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
Experience leading performance validation of major blocks of CPU pipeline
Experience with ARM A64, X86 Architectures
With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world's most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our best-in-class engineering teams are rapidly growing. If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you.
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Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 196,000 USD - 310,500 USD for Level 5, and 232,000 USD - 368,000 USD for Level 6.You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Nvidia
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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that's fueled by great technology--and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent.
Industry
Computer and electronic product manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Santa Clara, CA, US
Year founded
1993