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Senior System Virtual Platform Engineer
Austin, Texas. Hybrid work schedule
This is not a remote work opportunity
Ericsson Austin is looking for a Senior System Virtual Platform (SVP) Engineer to join a growing world-class semiconductor development organization and to help drive excellence in our 5G and 6G network products. This role plays an important part in SoC verification by developing virtual models and enabling pre-silicon software development.
As an SVP Developer, you will be part of a dynamic and functionally diverse team with opportunities for gaining exposure to modeling, SW driven verification, and HW emulation/acceleration.
What you will do:
- Develop and integrate Transaction Level Models (TLMs) in SystemC/C++ based on hardware specifications and software use cases
- Design, develop, and debug test environments to validate and qualify virtual SoCs
- Define test plans and coverage metrics to qualify virtual platform releases
- Execute hardware/software co-simulation, root-cause analysis, and system-level debugging
- Drive collaboration with IP and system architects to translate hardware requirements into effective virtual platform solutions
- Partner with IP teams to support and accelerate their RTL verification efforts
- Engage with EDA partners on virtual prototyping tools and methodology
- Enable multiple software teams to begin early, high-impact development for future ASIC platforms
- Maintain, enhance, and scale the simulation infrastructure to improve reliability, usability, and development efficiency
You will also support hardware and software teams with infrastructure and tools for simulation control, debug, data collection and reporting.
What you will bring:
- Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience in ASIC/SoC development (5+ years)
- Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts
- Strong C/C++ programming skills, including STL and modern C++ practices, with experience in build systems (CMake/make) and toolchains (GCC)
- Comprehensive understanding of computer architecture concepts and principles
- Excellent software debug skills, with experience debugging with GNU tools
- Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g. Python, PERL)
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional, globally distributed teams
- Familiarity with Agile ways of working and methodologies, with the ability to take on Agile team roles and contribute to continuous integration practices using tools such as Git, Jenkins, and Jira
- Strong verbal and written technical communication skills
Join our Team
Additional highly desired experience:
- Experience with embedded software design and test
- Exposure to debugging RTL in block and/or chip-level environments
- Hands-on experience with TLM modeling using SystemC
- Exposure to HW emulation/acceleration methods and tools
- Pre-silicon and/or post-silicon debug experience
- Exposure to artificial intelligence and the use of agentic workflows integrated into daily engineering work
- Experience leading and mentoring other engineers
ABOUT ERICSSON
A long-time telecommunications industry leader, Ericsson is embarking on new endeavors that have led to the opening of a development center in the heart of downtown Austin. Ericsson Austin is rooted in the legacy of Ericsson, while providing a local subculture and vibe that is uniquely Austin. Hardware and software products currently being developed in Austin will be instrumental in the global 5G mobile telecommunications infrastructure and will enable the processing power necessary to deliver on the promise of a digitally connected society.
At Ericsson Austin, we employ leading-edge tools and methodologies and we develop leading-edge technology. We challenge each other, execute at a healthy pace, and set the quality bar high. We do all this while valuing individual balance, actively driving diversity, and respecting every individual’s contribution and unique perspectives.
What happens once you apply?
Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.
Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com.
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Primary country and city: USA || Austin, Texas
Job details: Developer
Primary Recruiter: Jim Everett
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
Your Health
Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.
Your Financial Security
We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson’s full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan.
Your Time
Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Additional Benefits
Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.
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About this opportunity:
Senior System Virtual Platform Engineer
Austin, Texas. Hybrid work schedule
This is not a remote work opportunity
Ericsson Austin is looking for a Senior System Virtual Platform (SVP) Engineer to join a growing world-class semiconductor development organization and to help drive excellence in our 5G and 6G network products. This role plays an important part in SoC verification by developing virtual models and enabling pre-silicon software development.
As an SVP Developer, you will be part of a dynamic and functionally diverse team with opportunities for gaining exposure to modeling, SW driven verification, and HW emulation/acceleration.
What you will do:
- Develop and integrate Transaction Level Models (TLMs) in SystemC/C++ based on hardware specifications and software use cases
- Design, develop, and debug test environments to validate and qualify virtual SoCs
- Define test plans and coverage metrics to qualify virtual platform releases
- Execute hardware/software co-simulation, root-cause analysis, and system-level debugging
- Drive collaboration with IP and system architects to translate hardware requirements into effective virtual platform solutions
- Partner with IP teams to support and accelerate their RTL verification efforts
- Engage with EDA partners on virtual prototyping tools and methodology
- Enable multiple software teams to begin early, high-impact development for future ASIC platforms
- Maintain, enhance, and scale the simulation infrastructure to improve reliability, usability, and development efficiency
You will also support hardware and software teams with infrastructure and tools for simulation control, debug, data collection and reporting.
What you will bring:
- Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience in ASIC/SoC development (5+ years)
- Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts
- Strong C/C++ programming skills, including STL and modern C++ practices, with experience in build systems (CMake/make) and toolchains (GCC)
- Comprehensive understanding of computer architecture concepts and principles
- Excellent software debug skills, with experience debugging with GNU tools
- Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g. Python, PERL)
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional, globally distributed teams
- Familiarity with Agile ways of working and methodologies, with the ability to take on Agile team roles and contribute to continuous integration practices using tools such as Git, Jenkins, and Jira
- Strong verbal and written technical communication skills
Join our Team
Additional highly desired experience:
- Experience with embedded software design and test
- Exposure to debugging RTL in block and/or chip-level environments
- Hands-on experience with TLM modeling using SystemC
- Exposure to HW emulation/acceleration methods and tools
- Pre-silicon and/or post-silicon debug experience
- Exposure to artificial intelligence and the use of agentic workflows integrated into daily engineering work
- Experience leading and mentoring other engineers
ABOUT ERICSSON
A long-time telecommunications industry leader, Ericsson is embarking on new endeavors that have led to the opening of a development center in the heart of downtown Austin. Ericsson Austin is rooted in the legacy of Ericsson, while providing a local subculture and vibe that is uniquely Austin. Hardware and software products currently being developed in Austin will be instrumental in the global 5G mobile telecommunications infrastructure and will enable the processing power necessary to deliver on the promise of a digitally connected society.
At Ericsson Austin, we employ leading-edge tools and methodologies and we develop leading-edge technology. We challenge each other, execute at a healthy pace, and set the quality bar high. We do all this while valuing individual balance, actively driving diversity, and respecting every individual’s contribution and unique perspectives.
What happens once you apply?
Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.
Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com.
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Primary country and city: USA || Austin, Texas
Job details: Developer
Primary Recruiter: Jim Everett
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
Your Health
Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.
Your Financial Security
We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson’s full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan.
Your Time
Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Additional Benefits
Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.
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Frame your degree for U.S. specialty occupation
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 visa purposes. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying so employers and USCIS see your qualification mapped to U.S. standards.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed LCAs for platform or software developer roles. Employers already familiar with the LCA process are far less likely to hesitate when you disclose your E-3 sponsorship requirement.
Address the no-lottery advantage in your outreach
Many U.S. hiring managers assume all work visas involve the H-1B lottery. Clarify upfront that your E-3 requires no lottery entry, no annual cap wait, and can be filed after an offer is accepted, which removes the timing risk employers typically fear.
Verify your role's SOC code before the LCA
Platform Developer roles can map to multiple Standard Occupational Classification codes, and the SOC code determines the prevailing wage DOL certifies on your LCA. Confirm the code your employer plans to use aligns with your actual duties before filing begins.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the end-to-end process
Once you have an offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the LCA submission, I-129 preparation, and consulate appointment documentation so neither you nor your employer needs to coordinate multiple service providers across the filing timeline.
Prepare your E-3 documents before your consulate appointment
Bring the certified LCA, DS-160 confirmation, your employment offer letter, and degree credentials to your Australian consulate interview. Missing the certified LCA or carrying an uncertified draft is one of the most common reasons E-3 appointments stall at the window.
E-3 Visa Platform Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Platform Developer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Platform Developer roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. Standard job boards rarely filter by visa type, which means you spend time on roles that won't move forward. Migrate Mate surfaces positions specifically matched to Australian E-3 candidates, so your search is focused from the start.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for Platform Developer roles?
Both visas cover Platform Developer roles as specialty occupations, but the E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, which means you can apply any time of year after receiving an offer. H-1B registrations enter a randomized lottery each March with no guarantee of selection. For Australian citizens, the E-3 is the more predictable path into a U.S. platform engineering role.
Does my Australian university degree qualify for an E-3 Platform Developer application?
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related discipline is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 specialty occupation purposes. A credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator documents the equivalency formally, which strengthens your LCA and DS-160 submissions if USCIS or the consular officer requests evidence.
Can I switch Platform Developer employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but the new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll typically need a new E-3 visa stamp before re-entering the United States unless you change status while already stateside. There's no portability rule for the E-3 the way AC21 applies to H-1B holders, so your authorization to work is tied directly to the employer named on the certified LCA and visa.