Design Verification Engineer (2027 New College Graduate)

GlobalFoundries inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 86,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries seeks a Design Verification Engineer to join the CPU verification team in Plano, Texas. You will verify CPU cores, develop testbenches, and implement coverage-driven verification using SystemVerilog, UVM, and scripting skills.

The role emphasizes collaboration with senior architects, hands-on verification, and contributing to high-performance processor designs in a global setting.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
• Experience with SystemVerilog, UVM, and constrained random verification is required.
• Familiarity with CPU architectures such as RISC-V, ARM, or MIPS is expected.
• Strong scripting skills in Python, Perl, or Shell are essential.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional verification of CPU cores and subsystems.
• Understand microarchitectural specs to develop verification strategies.
• Develop and execute verification plans, testbenches, and test cases in SystemVerilog, C, and Assembly.
• Utilize UVM-based environments for coverage-driven verification.
• Analyze coverage reports and close gaps; automate regression and verification flows.

Skills

SystemVerilog

UVM

Constrained random verification

CPU architectures (RISC-V, ARM, MIPS)

Python scripting

Perl scripting

Shell scripting

Testbench development

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

About GlobalFoundriesGlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, enabling AI at scale from the cloud to the physical world. Through deep partnerships with customers, GF delivers differentiated, power-efficient and high-performance solutions for high-growth markets. GF is a trusted and holistic technology partner for customers around the world. GF’s talented, global team remains focused every day on security, longevity, and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com .New College Graduates Overview:We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills.Summary of Role:MIPS – A GlobalFoundries company is seeking a Design Verification Engineer to join our CPU verification team. The successful candidate will work on verification of processor components, focusing on CPU core functionality, performance and modeling. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced verification methodologies and collaborate with world-class architects and designers. This role is based in Plano, Texas.Essential Responsibilities include:Perform functional verification of CPU cores and related subsystems.Understand and interpret microarchitectural specifications to develop effective verification strategies.Develop and execute verification plans, including testbench creation and test case development.Write directed and constrained random test cases in SystemVerilog, C, and Assembly.Utilize UVM-based environments for coverage-driven verification.Analyze coverage reports and assist in closing coverage gaps.Automate regression and verification flows using scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Shell.Collaborate with senior engineers and architects to ensure design quality and performance.Other Responsibilities:Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.Required Qualifications:Education – Graduating with Bachelor’s in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field from an accredited degree program.Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)Hands-on experience with SystemVerilog, UVM, and constrained random verification.Familiarity with CPU architectures such as RISC-V, ARM, or MIPS.Basic understanding of cache and coherency concepts.Strong scripting skills in Python, Perl, or Shell.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Proven written and verbal technical communication skills.Self-motivated, collaborative team player able to broadly contribute project goals.Preferred Qualifications:Prior related internship or co-op experience.Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support effective decision-making.Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.Strong written and verbal communication skillsStrong planning & organizational skillsExposure to RISC-V architecture.Knowledge of interconnect protocols like AXI, ACE, or CHI.Experience with FPGA prototyping or emulation platforms.#NCGProgramUSExpected Salary Range$86,000.00 - $148,000.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law