Senior Design Verification (DV) Engineer

Bolt Graphics; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; 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 California is seeking experienced Design Verification Engineers (DVE) to develop and verify silicon IP. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in Design Verification, leading teams, and hands-on expertise with digital silicon IP. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering is required, along with familiarity with Synopsys tools. Competitive compensation ranges from $150,000 to $220,000 annually, plus full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and equity.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in Design Verification.
• Experience leading a team of Design Verification Engineers.
• Startup experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and verify digital silicon IP using an existing C or Python model.
• Create and maintain specifications and documentation.
• Characterize performance of digital silicon IP using standard tools.

Skills

Design Verification

C programming

Python scripting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Synopsys tools

Job description

Bolt Graphics is a semiconductor startup based in Sunnyvale, CA building the fastest and most efficient graphics processors. We pride ourselves on our first principles approach to solving problems. We are energized by our mission to reduce the barrier of entry for content creation and consumption. Our goal is to enable everyone to easily create, simulate and consume immersive experiences as vividly as they can imagine them.

Our Values

• Be Fearless: Unmute yourself. Test boundaries and get proven right.
• Remain Adaptable: Stay comfortable in a continuously changing world. If you’re wrong, concede and move on.
• Educate Your Ego: Selflessly collaborate towards our shared purpose.

About the role

We’re looking for highly experienced Design Verification Engineers (DVE) in the United States. The DVE is responsible for developing and verifying silicon IP. The DVE should have hands‑on experience taking leading‑edge digital silicon IP from idea to bring‑up, working with Architecture/Micro‑architecture, PD, and Software teams.

What you'll do

• Develop, optimize, and verify digital silicon IP using an existing C or Python model
• Create and maintain specifications, block diagrams, and detailed documentation/user guides
• Characterize the performance of digital silicon IP using industry standard tools and flows, including FPGA simulation and emulation

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in Design Verification
• Experience leading a team of Design Verification Engineers
• Bachelors/Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with Synopsys tools and advanced node processes (below 12nm) is preferred
• Startup experience is preferred
• Government clearance is preferred

Compensation Range

$150,000–$220,000 per year (California). This range represents the anticipated base pay for this role; the final offer may vary based on qualifications, experience, and location.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision - 100% covered premiums
• Equity - Stock Options
• 401(k) match

Bolt is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other’s differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.