Senior Design Verification Architect for SoC/IP

Bolt Graphics, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision - 100% covered premiums

Equity - Stock Options

401(k) match

Job summary

A semiconductor startup in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Principal Design Verification Engineer to own the verification strategy and execution for complex IPs or full-chip SoC. This role includes leading a team, establishing plans, and driving collaboration across various engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have 12–15 years of experience in ASIC/SoC design verification, a relevant degree, and expertise in SystemVerilog and UVM methodology. The position offers a compensation range of $250,000–$280,000, along with health coverage and equity options.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of experience in ASIC/SoC design verification.
• Proven experience leading verification teams and delivering multiple tapeouts.
• Strong expertise in functional coverage and assertions.

Responsibilities

• Own the verification strategy and execution for complex IPs or full-chip SoC.
• Lead development of UVM-based verification environments.
• Drive alignment across architecture, RTL, and physical design teams.

Skills

SystemVerilog

UVM methodology

Debugging complex SoC-level issues

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Scripting skills (Python/TCL)

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Synopsys VCS

Cadence Xcelium

Job description

A semiconductor startup in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Principal Design Verification Engineer to own the verification strategy and execution for complex IPs or full-chip SoC. This role includes leading a team, establishing plans, and driving collaboration across various engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have 12–15 years of experience in ASIC/SoC design verification, a relevant degree, and expertise in SystemVerilog and UVM methodology. The position offers a compensation range of $250,000–$280,000, along with health coverage and equity options.