GPU Verification Engineer - New College Grad 2026

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

Job summary

NVIDIA Corporation in Massachusetts is seeking a GPU Verification Engineer for new college graduates (Class of 2026). You will verify ASIC design and GPU/SoC functionality using advanced verification methods, define test plans, develop test generators, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in EE/CE/CS, experience with C/C++, scripting, and knowledge of computer architecture. Base salaries range for Level 1 and Level 2 with equity eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Experience with C/C++ and scripting (Perl/Python/shell).
• Background in computer architecture and memory models.
• Exposure to design and verification tools (VCS, emulation, FPGA, debug tools) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Verify ASIC design, architecture and micro-architecture of NVIDIA GPUs/SoCs.
• Develop test plans and verification scope; coordinates tasks in GPU verification teams.
• Create test generators to verify CPU-GPU interactions, memory coherence, and consistency.
• Build verification infrastructure using modern methodologies and tools.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, and pre-/post-silicon verification teams.

Skills

C/C++

Scripting

Debugging

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in EE/CE/CS

Tools

VCS

Emulation

FPGA

Debug tools

Job description

We are now looking for a GPU Verification Engineer - New College Grad 2026! NVIDIA is seeking best-in-class ASIC Verification Engineers to verify the world’s leading GPUs. 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 test plans and coordinate tasks within the GPU verification teams. Design and develop test generators that will verify and validate the CPU and 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 Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science Experience with C/C++ and automate/write scripts in Perl/Python/shell. Your work displays a passion for debugging and highlights your strong problem solving abilities. 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.

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us and, due to unprecedented growth, our exclusive engineering teams are rapidly growing.

If you're a creative and autonomous engineer with a real passion for technology, 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 1, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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