Asic Verification Engineer Jobs in California
Asic verification engineer jobs in California represent one of the most active and competitive markets in the country, concentrated in semiconductor and fabless chip design, consumer electronics, and automotive silicon, with openings at every level from junior verification engineer through principal and staff engineer. The largest hiring clusters are in San Jose, San Diego, and Santa Clara, where companies like Qualcomm, Apple, and Intel maintain substantial design and verification teams. Functional coverage verification, UVM methodology, and formal verification are the most consistently in-demand specialties across California listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
We are now looking for a SoC ASIC Verification Engineer New Grad! NVIDIA is seeking to hire a verification engineer to verify the world's most powerful SoCs with AI capabilities for self-driving cars, gaming consoles & other automated machines.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with some of the best engineers to define verification strategies and execute plans at full chip level.
- Build and continuously reform verification infrastructure and methodologies to meet the demands of next generation CPU.
- Work with architects, RTL designers, FPGA, emulation engineers to ensure that verification requirements are met for each project.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduating or recently graduated with a Bachelors, Master's or PhD Degree in EE, CS or CE (or equivalent experience).
- Relevant experience in ASIC DV.
- Proficiency with at least one of these - C++, Object Oriented Programming, UVM, System Verilog.
- Exceptional analytical skills and problem solving skills.
- Experience in crafting testbenches, methodologies for large and complex chips.
- Solid understanding of verification concepts.
- Good understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture.
- Familiarity with verification challenges in large scale designs is a plus!
- Experience with verification of SoCs with embedded processors or CPU verification.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to handle complex and hard-to-solve problems in programming and verification.
- Ambitious and dedicated with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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 March 28, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse 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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INTRODUCTION
We are now looking for a SoC ASIC Verification Engineer New Grad! NVIDIA is seeking to hire a verification engineer to verify the world's most powerful SoCs with AI capabilities for self-driving cars, gaming consoles & other automated machines.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with some of the best engineers to define verification strategies and execute plans at full chip level.
- Build and continuously reform verification infrastructure and methodologies to meet the demands of next generation CPU.
- Work with architects, RTL designers, FPGA, emulation engineers to ensure that verification requirements are met for each project.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduating or recently graduated with a Bachelors, Master's or PhD Degree in EE, CS or CE (or equivalent experience).
- Relevant experience in ASIC DV.
- Proficiency with at least one of these - C++, Object Oriented Programming, UVM, System Verilog.
- Exceptional analytical skills and problem solving skills.
- Experience in crafting testbenches, methodologies for large and complex chips.
- Solid understanding of verification concepts.
- Good understanding of basic concepts of CPU or SoC architecture.
- Familiarity with verification challenges in large scale designs is a plus!
- Experience with verification of SoCs with embedded processors or CPU verification.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to handle complex and hard-to-solve problems in programming and verification.
- Ambitious and dedicated with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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 March 28, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse 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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Who's Hiring
- Google8
- NVIDIA7
- Qualcomm4
- MaxLinear3
- Nokia3
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software23
- Electronics & Hardware20
- Telecommunications5
- Artificial Intelligence3
- Agriculture & Farming2
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in asic verification engineer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science
- Proficiency in SystemVerilog and UVM-based testbench development for block and chip-level verification
- Experience with functional coverage closure and constrained-random verification methodology
- Familiarity with simulation tools such as VCS, Xcelium, or Questa in a Linux environment
- Ability to write and debug RTL assertions using SVA for formal or dynamic verification
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Perl for test automation and regression management
Asic Verification Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a asic verification engineer in California?
Asic verification engineering in California does not require a state-issued license, so the path runs through education and demonstrated technical skills. Most California employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field, with a master's degree increasingly preferred for roles in advanced nodes. Building hands-on experience with SystemVerilog, UVM, and industry simulation tools through coursework, internships, or open-source projects is the most direct way to enter California's semiconductor hiring pipeline.
How much do asic verification engineers make in California?
Asic verification engineers in California earn a median of about $160,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $97,140 for the lowest 10% to over $225,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire asic verification engineers in California?
Employers hiring asic verification engineers in California right now include Google, NVIDIA, and Qualcomm, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's dense concentration of fabless semiconductor companies, consumer electronics OEMs, and automotive chip developers means demand is spread across both large established names and well-funded design startups, particularly in the San Jose and San Diego corridors.
Which California cities have the most asic verification engineer jobs?
San Jose, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale have the most asic verification engineer openings in California. The Silicon Valley corridor anchors demand through its dense cluster of fabless chip companies, EDA vendors, and consumer electronics headquarters, while San Diego draws significant hiring from Qualcomm's large local presence and a growing automotive and 5G silicon ecosystem.
Are there remote asic verification engineer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely software-focused roles, since ASIC verification regularly requires access to internal simulation infrastructure, licensed EDA toolchains, and lab hardware. About 15% of asic verification engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with hybrid arrangements more prevalent than fully remote. Tasks most amenable to remote work include testbench development, scripting, and coverage analysis rather than bringup and debug work.
How can I get hired as a asic verification engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a master's program at a California engineering school, such as UC San Diego, UC Santa Cruz, or San Jose State, where curriculum projects and industry-linked labs provide the SystemVerilog and UVM exposure California employers expect. Large California semiconductor companies including Qualcomm and Broadcom run structured internship and new-graduate rotational programs that regularly convert to full-time verification roles. Candidates who build a public portfolio demonstrating functional coverage closure or a complete UVM environment on an open-source core significantly improve their standing against more experienced applicants.
Where can I find and apply to asic verification engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to asic verification engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated in real time. Search the listings below to see roles that match your experience level and location preference, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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