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Sr. RTL Verification Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$166.40K - $203.10K/yr

We are seeking a Sr. RTL Verification Engineer to join our team in Redwood City to bring the power of generative AI to enhance and speed the design and manufacture of complex semiconductors.

Formal Verification Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$159.90K/yr

You'll collaborate closely with RTL, verification, and ML research teams to develop hybrid formal engines that reason about AI-generated hardware at scale. You'll define formal properties, automate ...

Wireless Design Verification Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160.20K - $195.60K/yr

As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...

Formal Verification Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$159.90K/yr

You'll collaborate closely with RTL, verification, and ML research teams to develop hybrid formal engines that reason about AI-generated hardware at scale. You'll define formal properties, automate ...

PHY Design Verification Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160.20K - $195.60K/yr

As a PHY Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless PHY and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless communication SoC. You will interact ...

Strong expertise in RTL verification methodologies , including System Verilog * Experience with ASIC verification flows and design verification methodologies * Proficiency in UVM/OVM , Python, C/C ...

GPU Design Verification Engineer

Orlando, FL

$127K - $155K/yr

You'll be responsible for block and sub-system level pre-silicon RTL verification. You will also support the top and post-silicon validation teams in ensuring the successful integration of our IPs ...

Verification Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120K - $192K/yr

Strong expertise in RTL verification methodologies , including System Verilog * Experience with ASIC verification flows and design verification methodologies * Proficiency in UVM/OVM , Python, C/C ...

Altera is responsible for High-Speed Protocol IP development, which includes participating in high-level product specifications, logic/RTL design and implementation, RTL verification, IP FPGA ...

Verification Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$160.70K/yr

Well, we're verifying high throughput complex SOCs, and you'll get to drive the pre-silicon RTL verification of the full chip. * We are working daily to ensure the quality of the SOC by working ...

GPU Design Verification Engineer

Orlando, FL · On-site

$127K - $155K/yr

In this role, you'll be responsible for block and sub-system level pre-silicon RTL verification of embedded graphics cores. You will also support the top and post-silicon validation teams in ensuring ...

GPU Design Verification Engineer

Orlando, FL

$127K - $155K/yr

In this role, you'll be responsible for block and sub-system level pre-silicon RTL verification of embedded graphics cores. You will also support the top and post-silicon validation teams in ensuring ...

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How much do rtl verification jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for rtl verification in the United States is $156,077.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $136,000.00 and $175,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as an RTL Verification Engineer, you need a strong background in digital design, hardware description languages (such as Verilog or VHDL), and a degree in electrical or computer engineering. Familiarity with verification tools like UVM, SystemVerilog, simulation environments, and scripting languages (Python, Perl) is typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for identifying issues and collaborating with design teams. These skills ensure the delivery of reliable, high-quality hardware designs by detecting and resolving functional errors early in the development process.

What are some common challenges faced by RTL Verification Engineers during the verification process?

RTL Verification Engineers often encounter challenges such as understanding complex design specifications, managing tight project deadlines, and debugging intricate issues that arise during simulation. Collaborating effectively with design engineers is key, as verification often uncovers design bugs that require quick turnaround fixes. Additionally, staying updated with evolving verification methodologies and tools, like UVM or SystemVerilog, is essential for efficiently writing reusable testbenches and achieving comprehensive coverage.

What is RTL verification?

RTL verification is the process of checking the correctness of a hardware design described at the Register Transfer Level (RTL), typically written in hardware description languages like Verilog or VHDL. The main goal is to ensure that the design behaves as intended before it is synthesized into actual hardware, catching logical errors early in the design cycle. Verification engineers use techniques such as simulation, assertion-based verification, and formal verification to validate the functionality and performance of the RTL code. This process is critical for reducing bugs, improving quality, and ensuring the final silicon works correctly.

What is the difference between Rtl Verification vs Logic Verification?

AspectRtl VerificationLogic Verification
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, VLSI Design, or related fields; knowledge of hardware description languages (HDLs)Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields; familiarity with HDL and verification tools
Work EnvironmentASIC/FPGA design teams, hardware development labsHardware design teams, verification and validation departments
Industry UsagePrimarily in semiconductor, electronics, and hardware design companiesElectronics, semiconductor, and integrated circuit industries

Rtl Verification focuses on verifying the Register Transfer Level design to ensure correctness before fabrication, while Logic Verification encompasses broader testing of logical functions at various levels. Both roles require similar skills and often overlap, but Rtl Verification is more specialized in hardware description languages and early-stage design validation.

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Infographic showing various Rtl Verification job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 14% Physical, 29% Hybrid, and 57% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $156,077 per year, or $75 per hour.

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Job Description

Job Title, Lab:

Contractor Verification Engineer, APL

General Description Vision:

Perform pre-silicon validation of GPU unit(s).

Qualifications

Responsibilities Include:

Learn the architecture and micro architecture by studying specifications and direct interaction with architects and logic designers.

Review unit level test plans; modify if necessary.

Write the tests outlined by test plan. Enhance testbench if necessary, e.g. add coverage assertions.

Debug test failures, fix test or testbench if necessary. Report RTL failures to RTL designers. Confirm bug is fixed.

Enhance test benches and tests to achieve coverage goals.

Support debug of unit in upper levels of design hierarchy.

Experience Requirements:

Has used modern verification methodologies such UVM/VMM/OVM. UVM is preferred.

Experience verifying and debugging RTL , preferably in context of CPU, GPU, video, display or signal processing system.

Understanding of micro-architecture and logic design fundamentals, e.g. finite state machines, arithmetic data path pipelines.

Composed functional coverage assertions, preferably using system Verilog.

The qualified candidate will possess the following:

BSEE or higher degree.

At least 2 years of industry experience in a design verification role.

Proficient in System Verilog. C++, Python/Perl skills are also desirable.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

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