Verification Engineer

Broadcom Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Broadcom Inc. is looking for a Verification Engineer in San Jose, California. The successful candidate will develop verification plans and build verification environments for advanced ASIC products. Applicants should have substantial experience in verification methodologies and programming skills in Python and C/C++. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong expertise in RTL verification methodologies.
• Experience with ASIC verification flows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute verification plans for IP blocks.
• Build and maintain System Verilog/UVM-based verification environments.
• Collaborate with design, architecture, and verification teams.

Skills

RTL verification methodologies

System Verilog

UVM/OVM

Python

C/C++

Debugging and problem-solving skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

System Verilog

Python

AI-assisted tools

Job description

Job Description

Broadcom’s ASIC Product Division (APD) focuses on enabling customers to develop products with a sustainable and substantial competitive advantage by delivering best‑in‑class technology platforms, easy‑to‑integrate bleeding‑edge intellectual property, and world‑class customer support. APD’s customers span a wide range of industries, developing ASICs for large and complex cloud computing AI engines, supercomputers, networking, low‑power and advanced wireless solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute verification plans for IP blocks at both block and system levels.
• Build and maintain System Verilog/UVM‑based verification environments and testbenches.
• Develop Python‑based behavioral models and validate designs against RTL implementations.
• Analyze simulation results, debug failures, and drive root‑cause resolution.
• Collaborate with design, architecture, and verification teams to ensure design quality.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts and regression frameworks.
• Contribute to the improvement of verification methodologies and flows.
• Leverage AI‑assisted tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, Cursor) to enhance productivity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong expertise in RTL verification methodologies, including System Verilog.
• Experience with ASIC verification flows and design verification methodologies.
• Proficiency in UVM/OVM, Python, C/C++, and scripting.
• Experience with block‑level and system‑level verification.
• Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex verification trade‑offs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with firmware development or embedded C.
• Knowledge of PHY layers and adaptation techniques.
• Familiarity with formal verification methodologies.
• Understanding of chip design flows and tools.
• Knowledge of CPU, DDR, bus, network protocols, or DSP design.
• Experience with AI‑assisted development tools.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $192,000. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and agreements. Broadcom offers a comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision plans, 401(K) participation with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Employee Assistance Program, company‑paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.