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Sr. Principal Verification Engineer

San Jose, CA ยท Hybrid

$169.70K - $315.10K/yr

Rambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider making data faster and safer, is seeking to hire an exceptional SPE Verification Engineering to join our Memory Interface Chip team in San Jose. In this ...

Sr. Principal Verification Engineer

San Jose, CA ยท Hybrid

$169.70K - $315.10K/yr

Overview Rambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider making data faster and safer, is seeking to hire an exceptional SPE Verification Engineering to join our Memory Interface Chip team in San Jose.

Sr. Principal Verification Engineer

San Jose, CA ยท Hybrid

$169.70K - $315.10K/yr

Overview Rambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider making data faster and safer, is seeking to hire an exceptional SPE Verification Engineering to join our Memory Interface Chip team in San Jose.

Sr. Principal Verification Engineer

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$169.70K - $315.10K/yr

Overview Rambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider making data faster and safer, is seeking to hire an exceptional SPE Verification Engineering to join our Memory Interface Chip team in San Jose.

Senior Verification Engineer

Suwanee, GA ยท Hybrid

$150K - $225K/yr

Senior Verification Engineer Also open to staff, principal, or senior principal level engineers! Location: Suwanee, GA 30024 | Relocation assistance provided in form of a sign-on bonus Hybrid Remote ...

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How much do principal verification engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal verification engineer in the United States is $147,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,500.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

A Principal Verification Engineer needs deep expertise in digital design, verification methodologies (such as UVM or SystemVerilog), and a degree in electrical or computer engineering. Mastery of simulation tools (like ModelSim or VCS), scripting languages (Perl, Python), and familiarity with hardware description languages are typically required. Exceptional problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills help in leading teams and collaborating across engineering functions. These competencies ensure rigorous product validation, efficient project execution, and high-quality semiconductor or hardware releases.

What are some common challenges faced by a Principal Verification Engineer, and how can they be addressed?

Principal Verification Engineers often navigate complex verification environments, tight project timelines, and coordination across multiple teams. A key challenge is ensuring comprehensive test coverage while managing evolving design specifications. Effective communication with design and firmware teams, proactive identification of verification gaps, and leveraging advanced verification methodologies (such as constrained-random testing and formal verification) can help address these challenges. Additionally, mentoring junior engineers and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing are vital for team success.

What is a Principal Verification Engineer?

A Principal Verification Engineer is a senior-level professional responsible for leading the verification process of complex hardware or software systems, ensuring that designs meet all specifications and functional requirements. They develop and implement verification strategies, create test plans, and oversee the execution of simulation and validation activities. Principal Verification Engineers often mentor junior engineers, collaborate with design and architecture teams, and play a key role in identifying and resolving critical design issues. Their work is essential for delivering high-quality, reliable products in industries such as semiconductor, electronics, and automotive. This role typically requires extensive experience in verification methodologies and strong problem-solving skills.

What is the difference between Principal Verification Engineer vs Verification Engineer?

AspectPrincipal Verification EngineerVerification Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields; extensive experience in verification methodologiesUsually holds a Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant engineering discipline; less extensive experience needed
Work EnvironmentLeads verification teams, designs verification strategies, and oversees complex projectsPerforms verification tasks, runs tests, and documents results under supervision
Industry UsageCommonly found in semiconductor, electronics, and hardware industriesWidely used across similar industries for testing and validation roles

The Principal Verification Engineer typically has more experience, leadership responsibilities, and oversees verification processes, while Verification Engineers focus on executing tests and validating designs. Both roles are essential in ensuring product quality but differ in scope and seniority.

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What states have the most Principal Verification Engineer jobs? States with the most job openings for Principal Verification Engineer jobs include:
Infographic showing various Principal Verification Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 87% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,220 per year, or $70.8 per hour.
Sr. Principal Verification Engineer

Sr. Principal Verification Engineer

Rambus

San Jose, CA โ€ข Hybrid

$169.70K - $315.10K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Rambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider making data faster and safer, is seeking to hire an exceptional SPE Verification Engineeringย to join our Memory Interface Chipย team in San Jose. In this role, you will be working with some of the brightest inventors and engineers in the world developing products that make data faster and safer.ย ย 

Rambus offers a flexible work environment, embracing a hybrid approach for most office-based roles. Employees are encouraged to spend an average of at least three days per week onsite, allowing for two days of remote work.ย ย 


  • Understand the architecture of the chip and functional blocks.
  • Develop/maintain verification environments for chip level verification and enhance/use the automated regression infrastructures.
  • Create testplan and develop test cases/sequences in UVM.
  • Debug functional issues in the DUT based on the good understanding of the architectural specification.
  • Closely work with Design/Architecture/Circuit team to identify and align with the Milestones and Quality metrics of the project.

  • MSEE/BSEE, CS or related field
  • 7-10+ years experience
  • Proficient in Verilog, systemverilog and UVM.
  • Familiar with Linux environment and the industryโ€™s prevailing EDA tools.
  • Have better understanding of Verification methodology and concepts.
  • Have good understanding of Pre-Silicon design process from Architecture, Design, Synthesis and Gate level Implementation till Tapeout release.
  • Have excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and cross-team/function collaboration capability.
  • Experienced in code coverage and functional coverage closure.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.

About Rambusย 

Rambus is a global company that makes industry-leading memory interface chips and Silicon IP to advance data center connectivity and solve the bottleneck between memory and processing. With over 30 years of semiconductor experience, we are a leading provider of high-performance products and innovations that maximize the bandwidth, capacity and security for AI and other data-intensive workloads. Our world-class team is the foundation of our company, and our innovative spirit drives us to develop the cutting-edge products and technologies essential for tomorrowโ€™s systems.ย ย 

Rambus offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, equity, matching 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, time-off program, and gym membership.ย ย 

The US salary range for this full-time position is $169,700 to $315,100. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. The successful candidateโ€™s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions.ย ย 

At Rambus, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. We value a range of perspectives and experiences that contribute to innovation and collaboration. Our goal is to ensure that all team members have equitable access to opportunities, resources, and a sense of belonging. We believe that a culture of fairness and inclusion helps us all do our best work.ย 

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Rambus is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.ย ย 

Rambus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our job application procedures. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please feel free to inform us in your application.ย 

Rambus does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.ย 

For more information about Rambus, visit rambus.com. For additional information on life at Rambus and our current openings, check outrambus.com/careers/.ย 

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