GPU Verification Engineer - New College Grad 2026

AdaMarie; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

NVIDIA in Westford, MA is seeking a GPU Verification Engineer for new graduates. The role focuses on verifying ASIC design, architecture and micro-architecture of NVIDIA GPUs and SoCs using advanced verification methodologies.

The position requires C/C++ programming, SV/UVM experience, and a passion for debugging with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Equity is included and base salary ranges by level are provided.

Qualifications

• A Master's Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science or a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in the same fields.
• Ability to program in C/C++ and automate/write scripts in Perl/Python/shell.
• Experience with SV/UVM.
• Your work displays a passion for debugging and highlights your strong problem solving abilities.
• A strong background in computer architecture and memory models is needed.
• Exposure to design and verification tools (VCS, emulation, FPGA, debug tools) is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required along with the ability to operate in a dynamic and distributed team.

Responsibilities

• As a member of the GPU verification team, you will be responsible for verifying the ASIC design, architecture and micro-architecture of NVIDIA GPUs and SoCs using sophisticated verification methodologies.
• You are encouraged to understand the design and its implementation, define the verification scope, develop the testplans and coordinate tasks within the GPU verification teams.
• Design and develop test generators that will verify and validate the GPU interactions, memory coherency and consistency.
• Develop the verification infrastructure using state of the art verification methodologies and tools.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, pre- and post-silicon verification teams to accomplish your tasks.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Scripting (Perl/Python/shell)

Strong problem solving

Strong communication/interpersonal

Memory models

Debugging

Education

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

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

Tools

SV/UVM

VCS

Emulation

FPGA

Debug tools

Job description

GPU Verification Engineer - New College Grad 2026

NVIDIA

Westford, MA, USA

• Santa Clara, CA, USA

USD 100k-189,750 / year + Equity

Posted on Aug 13, 2026

We are now looking for a GPU Verification Engineer - New College Grad!

We are currently seeking a Verification Engineer with strong GPU and verification fundamentals. This position offers the opportunity to have real impact in a progressive, technology-focused company impacting product lines ranging from consumer graphics to self-driving cars and the growing field of artificial intelligence. We have crafted a team of outstanding people stretching around the globe, whose mission is to push the frontiers of what is possible today and define the platform for the future of computing.

What You'll Be Doing:

• As a member of the GPU verification team, you will be responsible for verifying the ASIC design, architecture and micro-architecture of NVIDIA GPUs and SoCs using sophisticated verification methodologies.
• You are encouraged to understand the design and its implementation, define the verification scope, develop the testplans and coordinate tasks within the GPU verification teams.
• Design and develop test generators that will verify and validate the GPU interactions, memory coherency and consistency.
• Develop the verification infrastructure using state of the art verification methodologies and tools.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, pre- and post-silicon verification teams to accomplish your tasks.

What We Need To See:

• A Master's Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science or a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in the same fields.
• Ability to program in C/C++ and automate/write scripts in Perl/Python/shell.
• Experience with SV/UVM.
• Your work displays a passion for debugging and highlights your strong problem solving abilities.
• A strong background in computer architecture and memory models is needed.
• Exposure to design and verification tools (VCS, emulation, FPGA, debug tools) is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required along with the ability to operate in a dynamic and distributed team.

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most hard-working and talented people in the world working for us. If you're creative and passionate about developing cloud services we want to hear from you!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 100,000 USD - 166,750 USD for Level 1, and 116,000 USD - 189,750 USD for Level 2.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until August 16, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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