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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 ...

Apple

Design Verification Lead

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Engineering Leader - in the area of Silicon Design Verification to lead one or more high-caliber verification teams in developing cutting-edge silicon IPs. In this role, you ...

Optimalsemi

Design Verification Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$135K - $164K/yr

Fiori Technology Solutions is currently hiring for a Design Verification Engineer. This is fulltime permanent position. We are looking to fill multiple Design Verification openings. We are ...

iFlow Inc

Design Verification Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$159K - $195K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Location:Santa Clara CA Duration: Long term Experience:8-15 Years Description : Key Responsibilities: Strong understanding of SV and UVM and good debugging skills.

Redolent, Inc.

Design Verification Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$159K - $195K/yr

We are seeking a skilled Design Verification Engineer to join our hardware engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for verifying complex digital designs using advanced verification ...

Correct Designs

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Looking for new challenges? Would you like the variety of a contract position along with long term stability and benefits? Correct Designs can give it all to you. Correct ...

INA Solution Inc

Design verification engineer

San Diego, CA · Remote

$139K - $169K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Location: Remote anywhere in the USA and Canada Duration: Full-time (REMOTE) VISA: ONLY USC AND GC We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has ...

Baidu USA

Design Verification Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$159K - $194K/yr

Description We are looking for an experienced design verification engineer to join our SoC team at Baidu's Sunnyvale office. The successful candidate will be a motivated self-starter who will thrive ...

Inherent Technologies

Design Verification

Chandler, AZ · Remote

$139K - $169K/yr

Experience with flow optimizations such as Grey/Black-boxing techniques Good at communicating requirements/issues with Implementation, PnR and Design teams. Working knowledge of Confluence ...

Texas Instruments

Design Verification Engineer

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$129K - $158K/yr

As a Design Verification Engineer, you will work across the full verification cycle - from developing detailed verification plans and building test benches through running coverage regressions ...

Baidu USA

Design Verification Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$159K - $194K/yr

Description We are looking for an experienced design verification engineer to join our SoC team at Baidu's Sunnyvale office. The successful candidate will be a motivated self-starter who will thrive ...

Correct Designs

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Looking for new challenges? Would you like the variety of a contract position along with long term stability and benefits? Correct Designs can give it all to you. Correct ...

indie

Design Verification Engineer

Aliso Viejo, CA · On-site

$145K - $177K/yr

As a Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive verification strategies for next-generation automotive camera video and vision processors. You ...

Mirafra Technology

Design Verification Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$144K - $176K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Job Type : Full time Location : San Diego And Bay Area : Strong verification skills: test planning, problem solving, debug, adversarial testing. Multimedia Camera Image ...

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How much do design verification jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 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 a design verification engineer?

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?

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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Design Verification job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $149,150 per year, or $71.7 per hour.

Design Verification Engineer

Quest Global

Santa Clara, CA • Remote

$160K - $180K/yr

Full-time

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

What will you do:

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

What You Will Bring: 

  • Experience using constrained-random, coverage driven verification or C/C++ verification
  • Experience in verifying a IP block using standard Design Verification (DV) based techniques
  • Experience in Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools and scripting (Python, Tool Command Language (TCL), Perl, Shell) used to build tools and flows for verification environments
  • Understanding in at least one of the following areas: computer architecture, Central Processing Unit (CPU), Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), networking, interconnects, fabrics or similar designs
  • Experience debugging fails to the line of RTL, closing out bug fixes, using Verdi or equivalent debug tools
  • Experience with revision control systems like Mercurial (Hg), Git or SVN
  • Experience working in a CPU/GPU environment

Company Description

Who We Are:
Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.
We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

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