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Verification Engineer jobs at Qualcomm sit at the intersection of cutting-edge chip design and media-grade performance demands, covering RTL simulation, formal verification, and testbench development. Qualcomm has a strong track record of sponsoring international engineers across multiple visa categories, making it a realistic target for candidates on work authorization.
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As a Design Verification Engineer, you will work with Chip Architects to validate the concepts of CPU and SOC level micro-architectures. You will work on a selected part of the CPU Design Verification to ensure that it functions to the standards of being launch ready for the end Product.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with CPU and SOC Architects to understand the concepts and high-level system requirements.
- Develop detailed Test and Coverage plans based on the Architecture and Micro-architecture.
- Develop Verification Methodology, ensuring scalability and portability across environments.
- Develop Verification environment, including all the respective components such as Stimulus, Checkers, Assertions, Trackers, and Coverage.
- Develop Verification Plans and Testbenches for your functional domain.
- Execute Verification Plans, including Design Bring-up, DV environment Bring-up, Regressions enabling all features under your care, and Debug of the test failures.
- Track and report DV progress using a variety of metrics, including Bugs and Coverage.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of BS degree in any of: {Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science}.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Deep knowledge of Micro-Processor Verification functions and Architectures, in domains such as: Cache Coherence, Memory ordering and Consistency, Prefetching, Branch Prediction, Renaming, Speculative execution, and Address Translation/Memory Management.
- Knowledge of Random Instruction Sequencing (RIS) and testing a given design, at the Block/Unit-level and Subsystem/Chip-level for proving correctness.
- Experience in leading a small team of Verification engineers performing CPU Verification.
- Advance techniques such as: Formal, Assertions, and Silicon bringup, is helpful.
- In-depth knowledge of Micro-processor functions, Architectures, and Micro-architectures.
- Experience in writing Test plans, portable Testbenches, Transactors, and Assembly code.
- Experience with different Verification Methodologies and Tools such as Simulators, Coverage collection, Gate-level Simulation, Waveform viewers, and Mixed signal Verification.
- Ability to develop and work independently on a Block/Unit of the design.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
TO ALL STAFFING AND RECRUITING AGENCIES:
Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification. Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
PAY RANGE AND OTHER COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
$167,100.00 - $250,700.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link. If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
INTRODUCTION
As a Design Verification Engineer, you will work with Chip Architects to validate the concepts of CPU and SOC level micro-architectures. You will work on a selected part of the CPU Design Verification to ensure that it functions to the standards of being launch ready for the end Product.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with CPU and SOC Architects to understand the concepts and high-level system requirements.
- Develop detailed Test and Coverage plans based on the Architecture and Micro-architecture.
- Develop Verification Methodology, ensuring scalability and portability across environments.
- Develop Verification environment, including all the respective components such as Stimulus, Checkers, Assertions, Trackers, and Coverage.
- Develop Verification Plans and Testbenches for your functional domain.
- Execute Verification Plans, including Design Bring-up, DV environment Bring-up, Regressions enabling all features under your care, and Debug of the test failures.
- Track and report DV progress using a variety of metrics, including Bugs and Coverage.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of BS degree in any of: {Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science}.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Deep knowledge of Micro-Processor Verification functions and Architectures, in domains such as: Cache Coherence, Memory ordering and Consistency, Prefetching, Branch Prediction, Renaming, Speculative execution, and Address Translation/Memory Management.
- Knowledge of Random Instruction Sequencing (RIS) and testing a given design, at the Block/Unit-level and Subsystem/Chip-level for proving correctness.
- Experience in leading a small team of Verification engineers performing CPU Verification.
- Advance techniques such as: Formal, Assertions, and Silicon bringup, is helpful.
- In-depth knowledge of Micro-processor functions, Architectures, and Micro-architectures.
- Experience in writing Test plans, portable Testbenches, Transactors, and Assembly code.
- Experience with different Verification Methodologies and Tools such as Simulators, Coverage collection, Gate-level Simulation, Waveform viewers, and Mixed signal Verification.
- Ability to develop and work independently on a Block/Unit of the design.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
TO ALL STAFFING AND RECRUITING AGENCIES:
Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification. Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
PAY RANGE AND OTHER COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
$167,100.00 - $250,700.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link. If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
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Align your degree to the role
Qualcomm's Verification Engineer postings consistently require a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. A degree in a tangentially related field can trigger H-1B specialty occupation scrutiny, so confirm your credential maps directly before applying.
Target teams working on multimedia silicon
Qualcomm's media and entertainment work runs through its Snapdragon and Adreno divisions. Verification Engineers with experience in video codec validation, display pipeline testing, or audio DSP verification are better positioned for these teams than general digital design candidates.
Request an early LCA discussion with your recruiter
Before accepting an offer, confirm the prevailing wage level Qualcomm intends to file with the DOL. Wage level matters for H-1B and H-1B1 visa petitions. A Level I wage for a senior verification scope is a red flag worth raising before you sign.
Prepare your OPT timeline before interviews start
Qualcomm hires F-1 CPT and OPT candidates but onboarding timelines are tight. If your OPT authorization is within 90 days of expiring at offer stage, surface that immediately so Qualcomm's immigration team can assess whether an H-1B cap-gap bridge covers your start date.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Verification Engineer roles
Not all Qualcomm postings are labeled consistently across job boards. Use Migrate Mate to search Qualcomm's Verification Engineer openings filtered by visa sponsorship type so you're only applying to roles where your authorization category is explicitly supported.
Get your UVM and SystemVerilog work documented now
Qualcomm's Verification Engineer interviews are heavily technical, often including live testbench exercises. Assemble concrete examples of coverage-driven verification environments you've built, including tool chains and pass rates, before your first recruiter screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Qualcomm sponsor H-1B visas for Verification Engineers?
Yes, Qualcomm sponsors H-1B visas for Verification Engineers and has done so consistently across multiple hiring cycles. The company also supports H-1B1 visa filings for candidates from Singapore and Chile. Sponsorship is handled through Qualcomm's in-house immigration team, which coordinates Labor Condition Application filings with the DOL and petition submissions to USCIS on the engineer's behalf.
Which visa types does Qualcomm commonly use for Verification Engineer roles?
Qualcomm sponsors Verification Engineers on H-1B, H-1B1 visa, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN visa, J-1 visa, and employment-based Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3. TN visa is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals whose engineering credentials meet USMCA requirements. For long-term employees, Qualcomm initiates PERM labor certification to support Green Card filings through the EB-2 or EB-3 categories.
How do I apply for Verification Engineer jobs at Qualcomm?
You can browse and apply for Verification Engineer roles at Qualcomm through Migrate Mate, which filters listings by visa sponsorship type so you can confirm your authorization category is supported before applying. Qualcomm's interview process for this role typically includes a recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering SystemVerilog and UVM methodology, and a panel interview with the verification team.
What qualifications does Qualcomm expect for Verification Engineer candidates?
Qualcomm's Verification Engineer roles typically require a bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. Hands-on experience with SystemVerilog, UVM testbench architecture, and coverage-driven verification is expected. For roles tied to multimedia silicon, familiarity with video codec pipelines, display controllers, or audio DSP verification strengthens your application significantly.
How do I time my application if my OPT is expiring soon?
If your F-1 OPT has less than six months remaining, flag this in your first recruiter conversation. Qualcomm's immigration team will assess whether the H-1B cap-gap provision, which extends OPT status if a timely H-1B petition is filed before the April 1 deadline, covers your projected start date. USCIS requires the petition to be submitted before your OPT expires for cap-gap protection to apply.