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Prodapt

Design Verification Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$161K - $197K/yr

Looking for a Design verification engineer with 10+ years of experience for one of our clients at Sunnyvale, CA onsite role. Please apply if you are interested for this role. Responsibilities Define ...

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Intellectt INC

Design Verification Lead

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$134K - $163K/yr

Design Verification Lead Location: Huntsville, AL / Richmond, VA Summary: Seeking an experienced Design Verification Lead to support the construction and startup of a pharmaceutical manufacturing ...

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Xoriant Corporation

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$134K - $164K/yr

Design Verification Engineer #368877 Duration: 12+ months (Possible Extension-Long Term Project) Location: San Jose, CA / Austin, TX (Hybrid-3 Days onsite) Description * As a Design Verification ...

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Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

Design Verification Engineer ID: 1063 Location: Austin, TX More about this job > Description Design Verification Engineer Looking for new challenges? Would you like the variety of a contract position ...

Correct Designs

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX

$134K - $164K/yr

Design Verification Engineer ID: 1058 Location: Austin, TX More about this job > Description Design Verification Engineer Looking for new challenges? Would you like the variety of a contract position ...

Apple

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

As a Design Verification Engineer, you'll be at the center of our silicon design group's verification efforts, ensuring the quality and reliability of next-generation cellular systems. Working on ...

Apple

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

As a Design Verification Engineer, you'll be at the center of our silicon design group's verification efforts, ensuring the quality and reliability of next-generation cellular systems. Working on ...

Arrow Electronics

Design Verification Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$167K - $184K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Develop strategies for verification by understanding design architecture and design specifications. Capture all requirements/features of design to create functional ...

Cerebras Systems

Design Verification Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site +1

$120K - $240K/yr

Work with architects, designers, post-silicon, and software engineers, to ensure a high-quality design that works for silicon. * Develop and implement verification strategies, detailed tests, and ...

Quest Global

Design Verification Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · Remote

$160K - $180K/yr

Drive Design Verification to closure based on defined verification metrics on test plan, functional and code coverage * Debug, root-cause and resolve functional failures in the design, partnering ...

Quest Global

Design Verification Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$160K - $180K/yr

Drive Design Verification to closure based on defined verification metrics on test plan, functional and code coverage * Debug, root-cause and resolve functional failures in the design, partnering ...

Mythic

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX

$120K - $225K/yr

We're hiring experienced Design Verification Engineers from junior to senior levels to play a key role in developing and verifying the designs that will bring our next-generation AI processors to ...

Mythic

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$120K - $225K/yr

We're hiring experienced Design Verification Engineers from junior to senior levels to play a key role in developing and verifying the designs that will bring our next-generation AI processors to ...

Mythic

Design Verification Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$120K - $225K/yr

We're hiring experienced Design Verification Engineers from junior to senior levels to play a key role in developing and verifying the designs that will bring our next-generation AI processors to ...

Mythic

Design Verification Engineer

Palo Alto, CA

$120K - $225K/yr

We're hiring experienced Design Verification Engineers from junior to senior levels to play a key role in developing and verifying the designs that will bring our next-generation AI processors to ...

Altera

Design Verification Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$159K - $194K/yr

About the Role We are seeking a highly experienced Design Verification Engineer to join Altera's Design Verification organization. In this critical role, you will be responsible for verifying the ...

Apple

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX

$171K - $302K/yr

Description As a Design Verification Engineer, you'll be at the center of our silicon design group's verification efforts, ensuring the quality and reliability of next-generation cellular systems.

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How much do design verification jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for design verification in the United States is $149,150.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $136,000.00 and $166,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Design Verification vs Design Validation?

AspectDesign VerificationDesign Validation
PurposeEnsures the design meets specified requirements through testing and analysisConfirms the final product fulfills user needs and intended use
TimingDuring the development phaseAfter the product is developed and before release
MethodsInspections, reviews, testing, analysisUser testing, field trials, real-world testing
FocusDesign correctness and complianceProduct effectiveness and user satisfaction

While Design Verification checks if the design meets specified requirements during development, Design Validation ensures the final product performs effectively in real-world conditions. Both are essential steps in the product development process to deliver a reliable and user-centered product.

What are design verification engineers?

Design verification engineers are professionals who ensure that hardware or software designs meet their intended specifications and function correctly before production or release. They develop and execute tests, write verification plans, create simulation environments, and identify design flaws or errors. Their work is critical in industries like semiconductor, electronics, and software development to prevent costly mistakes and ensure high-quality products. Design verification engineers often work closely with design and validation teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

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

To thrive as a Design Verification Engineer, you need a solid background in digital design, verification methodologies, and programming languages like SystemVerilog, typically supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with verification tools such as UVM, simulation environments, and EDA software is essential, along with knowledge of scripting languages like Python or Perl. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate validation of complex hardware designs, reducing errors and supporting reliable product development cycles.

What are some common challenges faced by Design Verification engineers, and how can they be addressed?

Design Verification engineers often encounter challenges such as managing complex testbenches, debugging intricate corner cases, and ensuring coverage completeness within tight project timelines. To address these, it’s important to have strong scripting skills, collaborate closely with design and validation teams, and make effective use of verification methodologies like UVM. Regular communication and review cycles also help catch issues early and improve overall verification quality.
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Design Verification Engineer

Prodapt

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site

$161K - $197K/yr

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Job description

Looking for a Design verification engineer with 10+ years of experience for one of our clients at Sunnyvale, CA onsite role. Please apply if you are interested for this role.


Responsibilities

Define and implement IP/SoC verification plans, build verification test benches to enable IP/sub-system/SoC level verification

Develop functional tests based on verification test plan

Drive Design Verification to closure based on defined verification metrics on test plan, functional and code coverage

Debug, root-cause, and resolve functional failures in the design, partnering with the Design team

Collaborate with cross-functional teams like Design, Model, Emulation, and Silicon validation teams towards ensuring the highest design quality


Minimum Qualifications

B.S or M.S degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Hands-on experience in Verilog, SystemVerilog, C/C++ based verification, and UVM methodology

Experience in IP/sub-system and/or SoC level verification based on SystemVerilog UVM/OVM based methodologies

Experience in EDA tools and scripting (Python, Perl, Shell) used to build tools and flows for verification environments.

Experience in architecting and implementing Design Verification infrastructure and executing the complete verification cycle


Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the development of UVM based verification environments from scratch

Experience with Design verification of Data-center applications like Video, AI/ML, and Networking designs

Experience with revision control systems like Mercurial(Hg), Git or SVN

Experience with verification of ARM/RISC-V based sub-systems or SoCs

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