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Principal FPGA Engineer (DOD cleared)

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$122K - $157K/yr

... or Contract Rate: open to Negotiation Benefits: including Health, Dental Vision, PTO, Holidays ... Experience with emulation platforms such as Veloce. * Strong technical documentation and review ...

Senior FPGA Engineer (DOD cleared)

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$122K - $157K/yr

... or Contract Rate: open to Negotiation Benefits: including Health, Dental Vision, PTO, Holidays ... Experience with emulation platforms such as Veloce. * Strong technical documentation and review ...

Senior RTL Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$120K - $225K/yr

... contracts across multiple markets. The salary range for this position is $120,000-$225,000 ... The team works closely with architecture, custom analog IP, compiler, verification, emulation, and ...

Senior RTL Design Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$120K - $225K/yr

... contracts across multiple markets. The salary range for this position is $120,000-$225,000 ... The team works closely with architecture, custom analog IP, compiler, verification, emulation, and ...

... contracts across multiple markets. The salary range for this position is $120,000-$225,000 ... The team works closely with architecture, custom analog IP, compiler, verification, emulation, and ...

... contracts across multiple markets. The salary range for this position is $120,000-$225,000 ... The team works closely with architecture, custom analog IP, compiler, verification, emulation, and ...

... contracts across multiple markets. The salary range for this position is $120,000-$225,000 ... The team works closely with architecture, custom analog IP, compiler, verification, emulation, and ...

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How much do contract emulation engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract emulation engineer in the United States is $53.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.27 and $62.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Contract Emulation Engineers?

Contract Emulation Engineers are specialized professionals who design, develop, and test hardware or software systems that replicate the functionality of electronic components or systems—often under a contract arrangement. Their work is crucial in industries like semiconductor, automotive, and aerospace, where they help validate designs before physical prototypes are built. They use tools such as FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Arrays) and emulation platforms to simulate real-world performance, enabling faster and more cost-effective development cycles. Typically, they collaborate with design teams to ensure that emulated systems accurately mirror intended behaviors and facilitate efficient debugging.

What are some typical challenges Contract Emulation Engineers face when working with new hardware designs?

Contract Emulation Engineers often encounter challenges when integrating complex, new hardware designs into emulation platforms. These can include debugging compatibility issues, optimizing performance to match real-world scenarios, and ensuring accurate representation of the hardware's behavior. Collaboration with design engineers and verification teams is key to quickly resolving issues and delivering reliable results on tight project timelines. Staying updated with the latest emulation tools and methodologies also helps in overcoming these technical hurdles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Emulation Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Emulation Engineer, you need a strong background in hardware design, verification methodologies, and programming languages such as SystemVerilog, along with a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with emulation platforms like Cadence Palladium, Mentor Veloce, or Synopsys ZeBu, and industry-standard verification tools, is typically required. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and debugging complex systems. These capabilities are essential for efficiently validating hardware designs, ensuring product reliability, and meeting project deadlines in high-stakes environments.
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CPU Validation Engineers

CPU Validation Engineers

krg technology inc

Austin, TX • On-site

Contractor

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Ajith

KRG Technologies, Inc.,

ajith(at)krgtech.com

25000 Avenue Stanford, Suite #243, Valencia, CA 91355

Direct : 661-367-8000 Ext : 310


Job Description

Job Title: CPU Validation Engineers

Location: Austin, TX, Folsom, CA, Santa Clara, CA, Hillsboro, OR, Columbia, SC

Duration: Contract

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities Include:

Write verification test plans, and associated tests to execute those plans.

Debug failing tests, then work with designers and architects to resolve bugs.

o Successful Validation Engineers can anticipate failure modes, and write punishing test content to stress the design and identify bugs.

Analyze coverage gaps and devise strategies to fill coverage holes.

Behavioral traits for this position include:

o Strong problem solving skills

o Tolerance of ambiguity

o Pro-actively drive debug issues to closure

o Good interpersonal skills

Qualifications Must have a Bachelor Degree or Master Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.

Minimum of 15 years' experience in Post-Si Validation

Minimum of 15 years' experience with computer architecture and micro-architecture Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Syntetic Test environments

Experience with Linux operating system

Experience with HW emulation

Experience with software design and coding

Familiarity with x86 assembly language

Familiarity with standard CPU interface protocols (ex: DDR, PCIe, etc.)

Additional Information

Austin, TX, Folsom, CA, Santa Clara, CA, Hillsboro, OR, Columbia, SC


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KRG Technologies was founded with a simple motive of offering the clients exactly what they want, how they want and when they want. By leveraging for its clients its technological edge and right-sourcing advantage, KRG in a short period of time has grown to become one of the most trusted strategic technology partners. Treating every client as the top priority, we customize our solutions and services to align with the unique needs of each client. Headquartered in Valencia, California, KRG employs a unique global delivery platform to minister its offerings spanning from application development and maintenance to business process reengineering. With years of hands-on domain experience and international presence, we offer state-of-the-art solutions backed by our follow-the-sun service model in the most cost effective manner. We value our clientele for the trust reposed in us and our clientele admire us for our personalized approach and deep commitment to their success. Our biggest strength lies in technical expertise of our team and individual competency of our employees, which enables us to be the most befitting solution provider.

Industry

It services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Valencia, CA, US

Year founded

2003

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