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Design Verification Engineer

Inabia Software & Consulting Inc.
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/6/2026
About the Organization

Our client is a global leader in semiconductor and infrastructure technology, designing advanced chip solutions that power high-performance computing, networking, telecommunications, and data center systems worldwide.

The organization is at the forefront of innovation in high-speed data transfer, networking architectures, and system-on-chip (SoC) design. Its solutions are widely used across enterprise, telecom, cloud, automotive, and AI-driven industries.

With a strong focus on engineering excellence, cutting-edge research, and product reliability, the company provides an environment where engineers work on complex, large-scale systems that directly impact next-generation technologies.


Position Overview

We are seeking a Principal Design Verification Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team focused on advanced networking and SoC verification.

This role involves developing and leading functional verification environments for complex semiconductor designs, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and robust chip validation. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in verification methodologies, strong leadership experience, and the ability to work closely with design and architecture teams in a fast-paced development environment.

You will contribute to verification strategy, test planning, environment development, debugging, and cross-functional engineering collaboration.


Key ResponsibilitiesVerification Planning & Execution
  • Develop detailed verification test plans using constrained-random and coverage-driven methodologies.

  • Work closely with design teams to ensure completeness of verification requirements.

  • Define and track functional coverage metrics to ensure design quality.

Environment Development
  • Architect and build advanced verification environments using SystemVerilog and UVM.

  • Develop bus-functional models, reference models, drivers, and monitors.

  • Create scalable and reusable verification components.

Debugging & Validation
  • Develop and execute directed and random test cases.

  • Debug functional failures and collaborate with design engineers to resolve issues.

  • Perform root cause analysis of complex system-level issues.

Tool & Methodology Development
  • Develop tools and scripts to enhance verification efficiency and automation.

  • Work on regression testing frameworks and verification infrastructure.

  • Support development of scalable tools for multi-core SoC environments.

Software & Firmware Validation
  • Verify boot code and assist in firmware/software validation.

  • Develop tools and frameworks in C , Python, or Perl for verification automation.

  • Support unit and regression testing of internal tools.

Leadership & Collaboration
  • Lead or contribute to verification efforts on complex SoC projects.

  • Work with cross-functional teams including design, architecture, and software engineering.

  • Contribute to project planning and execution under tight tape-out schedules.

  • Provide technical guidance to junior engineers where applicable.


Required QualificationsEducation & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.

  • 10 years of experience in design verification, OR

  • Master’s/PhD with 5 years of relevant experience.

Technical Skills
  • Strong expertise in SystemVerilog and UVM.

  • Experience building complex constrained-random verification environments.

  • Strong understanding of functional coverage and test planning methodologies.

  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Perl.

  • Experience with EDA verification tools.

  • Strong object-oriented design and programming skills.

Additional Technical Experience
  • Proficiency in C programming.

  • Understanding of Linux operating systems.

  • Exposure to ARM architecture and assembly language is a plus.

  • Knowledge of networking protocols is preferred.

Leadership & Soft Skills
  • Proven ability to lead verification efforts for complex SoC projects.

  • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments.

  • Open-minded, collaborative, and adaptable engineering approach.

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work across teams.


Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive salary: $158,600 – $317,800 annually

  • Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.)

  • Retirement and equity programs (as applicable)

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies

  • Exposure to large-scale, global engineering projects

  • High-impact role with technical leadership responsibilities


Why Join?
  • Work on next-generation semiconductor and networking technologies.

  • Contribute to high-performance SoC designs used globally.

  • Join a world-class engineering organization with strong technical depth.

  • Opportunity to lead and influence verification architecture and methodology.

  • Work in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment focused on advanced chip design.

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