Design Verification Jobs in Massachusetts
Design Verification jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, concentrated in the semiconductor, defense electronics, medical devices, and advanced computing sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level validation engineer through principal verification architect. The greatest hiring activity is in and around Boston, Woburn, and Burlington, where companies like Analog Devices, Raytheon Technologies, and Draper have deep, lasting engineering operations. The most sought-after specialties in Massachusetts include UVM-based functional verification, formal verification, and mixed-signal validation for application-specific integrated circuits and system-on-chip designs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Would you like to join Apple’s growing wireless silicon development team? Our wireless SoC organization is responsible for all aspects of wireless silicon development with a particular emphasis on highly energy-efficient design and new technologies that transform the user experience at the product level, all of which is driven by a world-class vertically integrated engineering team spanning RF/Analog architecture and design, Systems/PHY/MAC architecture and design, VLSI/RTL design and integration, Design Verification, Emulation, Test and Validation, and FW/SW engineering.
Description
In this highly visible role, you will be at the center of a silicon design group with a critical impact on delivering world-class silicon to empower wireless products for hundreds of millions of customers. As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV methodologists, designers, and communication systems engineers to develop reusable test bench and verification environment deploying the latest methodology with metric-driven verification, ensuring the highest design quality.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- 7+ years of verification experience of wireless/wired communication block/subsystem.
- Advanced knowledge of Verilog, SystemVerilog, UVM, and SystemVerilog Assertion.
- Knowledge and experience of ASIC verification flows including test bench development, constrained random testing, and code/functional coverage.
- Verification experience of one or more of the following: MAC, PHY, DMA, timer, AMBA bus and fabric, encryption/decryption engine.
- Verification experience of wireless/wired communication block/subsystem.
- Knowledge of wireless protocols such as Bluetooth, UWB, WLAN, or Zigbee.
- Proficient in shell and Python scripting, Perl scripting.
- Experience of using AI technologies in data mining/analysis.
- Experience of Palladium/FPGA validation.
- Should be a team player with excellent communication skills, self-motivated and well organized.
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $165,800 and $292,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
Would you like to join Apple’s growing wireless silicon development team? Our wireless SoC organization is responsible for all aspects of wireless silicon development with a particular emphasis on highly energy-efficient design and new technologies that transform the user experience at the product level, all of which is driven by a world-class vertically integrated engineering team spanning RF/Analog architecture and design, Systems/PHY/MAC architecture and design, VLSI/RTL design and integration, Design Verification, Emulation, Test and Validation, and FW/SW engineering.
Description
In this highly visible role, you will be at the center of a silicon design group with a critical impact on delivering world-class silicon to empower wireless products for hundreds of millions of customers. As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV methodologists, designers, and communication systems engineers to develop reusable test bench and verification environment deploying the latest methodology with metric-driven verification, ensuring the highest design quality.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- 7+ years of verification experience of wireless/wired communication block/subsystem.
- Advanced knowledge of Verilog, SystemVerilog, UVM, and SystemVerilog Assertion.
- Knowledge and experience of ASIC verification flows including test bench development, constrained random testing, and code/functional coverage.
- Verification experience of one or more of the following: MAC, PHY, DMA, timer, AMBA bus and fabric, encryption/decryption engine.
- Verification experience of wireless/wired communication block/subsystem.
- Knowledge of wireless protocols such as Bluetooth, UWB, WLAN, or Zigbee.
- Proficient in shell and Python scripting, Perl scripting.
- Experience of using AI technologies in data mining/analysis.
- Experience of Palladium/FPGA validation.
- Should be a team player with excellent communication skills, self-motivated and well organized.
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $165,800 and $292,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in design verification jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science
- Experience writing and debugging testbenches in SystemVerilog using the UVM methodology
- Proficiency with industry simulation tools such as Synopsys VCS, Cadence Xcelium, or Mentor Questa
- Familiarity with formal verification tools and coverage-driven verification planning
- Ability to read and interpret RTL design specifications and collaborate closely with ASIC design teams
- Strong debugging skills across gate-level simulation, timing analysis, and post-silicon validation
Design Verification Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a design verification engineer in Massachusetts?
Design verification is not state-licensed in Massachusetts, so the path runs through education and employer credentialing rather than a state board. Most roles require a bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. Candidates who complete coursework in digital design, VLSI, or computer architecture and build hands-on testbench experience through capstone projects or internships at Massachusetts universities are well positioned to enter the field competitively.
How much do design verifications make in Massachusetts?
Design verifications in Massachusetts earn a median of about $138,230 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $95,090 for the lowest 10% to over $215,290 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire design verifications in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring design verifications in Massachusetts right now include Apple, HPR, and SiFive, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of defense contractors, semiconductor firms, and medical device companies means verification engineers here tend to work across a broader range of hardware domains than in most other states.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most design verification jobs?
The cities with the most design verification openings in Massachusetts are Waltham, Boston, and Boxborough. Boston anchors the market through its university research ecosystem and the headquarters of major semiconductor and defense electronics firms, while suburban corridors like Burlington and Woburn draw concentration from campus-style engineering centers where companies including Analog Devices and Raytheon maintain large verification teams.
Are there remote design verification jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're limited. Design verification is fundamentally a hands-on hardware discipline, and much of the work requires access to lab equipment, internal EDA tool licenses, and secure design data, which constrains full remote options. About 33% of design verification openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. The portions of the role most amenable to remote work include testbench development, coverage analysis, and simulation regression runs on cloud-connected compute clusters.
How can I get hired as a design verification engineer in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship through one of Massachusetts's engineering programs, since companies like Analog Devices and Draper actively recruit from Northeastern University's co-op pipeline and MIT's graduate programs. Graduates who can demonstrate a personal or academic project involving a SystemVerilog testbench, even a modest one targeting an open-source RISC-V core, consistently stand out. Adjacent roles in ASIC design, FPGA engineering, or embedded software at smaller Massachusetts firms are also a recognized stepping stone into dedicated verification positions.
Where can I find and apply to design verification jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to design verification jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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