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Rtl Verification Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Sr. RTL Verification Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$166K - $203K/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.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, with 12 years of experience (or 8 years with MS or 5 years with a PhD) required * 12+ years of experience in RTL verification. * Experience in ...

Verification Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$160 - $220/hr

A Senior RTL Verification Engineer responsible for ensuring the functionality, correctness, and quality of complex digital designs across ASIC and FPGA platforms. This role focuses on building robust ...

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, with 12 years of experience (or 8 years with MS or 5 years with a PhD) required * 12+ years of experience in RTL verification. * Experience in ...

PHY Design Verification Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160K - $195K/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 ...

Wireless Design Verification Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160K - $195K/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 ...

Wireless Design Verification Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160K - $195K/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 ...

PHY Design Verification Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160K - $195K/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 ...

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 ...

IP Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$110 - $150/hr

Several years of hands‑on, in‑industry RTL verification experience at block and/or top level ... S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent. Preferred Skills * Test plan ...

Wireless SOC Verification Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$146K - $178K/yr

This position comes with responsibility for pre-silicon RTL verification of block and top-level SOC, all aspects of SOC Design Verification engineering, and will enable you to thrive in a dynamic ...

ASIC Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$140 - $210/hr

Design Verification Engineer - ASIC IP Company: Ericsson Silicon Location: Austin, Texas This is an ... Architect and develop comprehensive RTL testbenches from scratch * Conduct hands-on verification ...

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How much do rtl verification engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for rtl verification engineer 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 an RTL verification engineer?

An RTL Verification Engineer is responsible for ensuring the functional correctness of digital designs at the Register Transfer Level (RTL). They develop and execute testbenches, write verification plans, and use simulation tools to identify design issues. Common methodologies include UVM (Universal Verification Methodology) and formal verification techniques. They collaborate with design and architecture teams to debug and refine chip designs before fabrication. This role is critical in preventing costly hardware bugs in silicon.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an RTL verification engineer?

To thrive as an RTL Verification Engineer, you need a solid understanding of digital design principles, proficiency in Hardware Description Languages (HDLs) like Verilog or VHDL, and a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Experience with verification methodologies (UVM, SystemVerilog), simulation tools (ModelSim, VCS), and scripting languages (Perl, Python) is highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, teamwork, and effective communication skills help you stand out in collaborative, deadline-driven environments. Mastering both technical expertise and interpersonal skills ensures accurate, timely validation of complex digital designs essential for successful chip development.

What are common challenges faced by RTL verification engineers, and how can they be addressed?

RTL Verification Engineers often face challenges such as identifying elusive design bugs, managing large-scale testbenches, and keeping up with evolving verification methodologies. These issues are typically addressed by using robust verification frameworks, collaborating closely with design and validation teams, and adopting automated testing and coverage-driven verification techniques. Staying current with industry trends and tool advancements can also help engineers work more efficiently. By building strong communication lines and adopting best practices, common obstacles can be overcome effectively, leading to successful project outcomes.

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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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