Cache Verification Engineer – High-Performance CPU

Socket.dev; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Fort Collins, Colorado is seeking a motivated verification engineer to verify cache subsystems in high-performance processors. You will build C++ verification environments and develop tests that expose corner cases while collaborating with RTL, architecture and physical design teams.

The role emphasizes strong C++ skills, computer architecture knowledge and scripting with Python or Perl. You will participate in a modern verification practice, including AI-assisted tooling and process

Qualifications

• Strong C++ programming skills and solid understanding of computer architecture.
• Experience with functional verification on CPUs, GPUs, or complex ASIC/SoC designs.
• Proficiency in Python or Perl scripting for test automation.
• Familiarity with RTL simulation and debugging tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional verification of L2 and L3 cache subsystems at block and full-chip levels.
• Build and maintain C++ verification environments including reference models, checkers, and scoreboards.
• Develop C and assembly test programs to validate cache behavior.
• Debug failing tests to root cause and work with design engineers to drive resolution.
• Develop test plans and contribute to coverage closure.
• Apply AI-assisted tools and workflows as part of an innovative, modern verification practice.

Skills

C++

Computer architecture

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Python

Perl

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

RTL simulation tools

Job description

AMD in Fort Collins, Colorado is seeking a motivated verification engineer to verify cache subsystems in high-performance processors. You will build C++ verification environments and develop tests that expose corner cases while collaborating with RTL, architecture and physical design teams.

The role emphasizes strong C++ skills, computer architecture knowledge and scripting with Python or Perl. You will participate in a modern verification practice, including AI-assisted tooling and process