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Verification Engineer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field. Australian nationals can secure U.S. positions without entering the H-1B lottery, with visa renewals available in two-year increments indefinitely.
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INTRODUCTION
“Be the change you want to see in the world.” The brand new, Apple designed Wireless/Bluetooth chips are at the heart of Networking in the newest iPhones. As part of the Wireless SOC team, you will have the opportunity to verify complex SOCs. Our team integrates multiple sophisticated IP level DV environments, craft highly reusable best-in-class UVM Testbenches, implement effective coverage driven and directed test cases, deploy new AI tools, and implement methodologies to improve quality of tape-out readiness. By collaborating with other product development groups across Apple, you can push the industry boundaries of what wireless systems can do and improve the product experience for our customers across the world!
DESCRIPTION
You will learn all aspects of a large-scale SOC, different types of SOC architectures, high speed layered protocols, low-power driven architecture, and best-in-class DV methodology. You will gain knowledge on Wireless protocols, FW-HW interactions, and complexities of multi-chip SOC debug architecture. As a Design Verification Engineer on our team, you’ll be at the center of the verification effort within our silicon design group responsible for crafting and productizing state of the art Wireless SOCs. This position comes with responsibility for pre-silicon RTL verification of block and top-level SOC, all aspects of SOC Design Verification engineering, and will enable you to thrive in a dynamic multi-functional organization, debate ideas openly, and deliver on complex Wireless protocol chip requirements.
Responsibilities
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Understand details of High Efficiency SOC Architecture, standard SOC peripherals such as PCIE, CPUs and multi-processor systems, Power Management and Low-Power schemes, DMA, DDR, PCIe, Memory Controller Subsystems, USB, PLL, power up, Secured Boot schemes
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Deliver on Power Management designs using low-power methodologies and power up-down scenarios using UPF simulations
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Create coverage driven verification plans from specifications, review and refine to achieve coverage targets
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Architect UVM based highly reusable test benches and integrate complex multi-instance VIPs, sub-system test benches and test suites to SOC level
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Achieve targeted coverage, work with design, architecture, SW, FW and external IP delivery teams to efficiently integrate and verify overall SOC design
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Work closely with DV methodology architects to improve verification metrics
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Minimum requirement of a bachelor’s degree
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Experience with System Verilog, Verilog or UVM
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Strong problem solving and analytical skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Expertise in SystemVerilog coding and UVM methodology
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Dedicated/hands-on ASIC & SOC DV experience
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Experience with Formal Verification
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Low Power Verification experience
PAY & BENEFITS
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 $120,300 and $210,100, 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Verification Engineer
Translate your credentials for U.S. hiring managers
Australian engineering degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year bachelor's degrees for E-3 visa purposes, but your resume should explicitly state your degree field and institution so hiring managers can confirm specialty occupation eligibility without guessing.
Target semiconductor and chip design employers first
Verification Engineers are concentrated in semiconductor companies, FPGA design firms, and defense electronics contractors. These employers file LCAs regularly, understand the E-3 process, and are less likely to stall an offer over visa paperwork than first-time sponsors.
Search Migrate Mate for E-3 sponsorship roles
Migrate Mate filters Verification Engineer jobs by E-3 visa sponsorship, so you're not cold-applying to employers who've never filed an LCA. Targeting companies with active sponsorship history shortens your path from offer to visa approval.
Clarify the LCA timeline before accepting an offer
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with the DOL before you can apply at the consulate. DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven business days, but confirm this step is in your offer timeline so there's no gap before your start date.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork
The E-3 filing process involves coordinating the LCA with DOL, preparing consulate documents, and scheduling your interview. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment, so you're not navigating government portals while starting a new role.
Prepare a technical degree-to-role justification document
Consular officers assess whether your degree supports the Verification Engineer position specifically. A one-page document mapping your coursework in digital logic, hardware description languages, or verification methodologies to your job duties strengthens your application and reduces the chance of additional questioning.
E-3 Visa Verification Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Verification Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter Verification Engineer positions by employers who have actively filed LCAs, which removes the guesswork of approaching companies that have no experience sponsoring Australian workers on the E-3 visa.
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.
Does a Verification Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Verification Engineer positions typically require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field, which meets the E-3 specialty occupation standard. The role must involve applying theoretical and practical knowledge in hardware verification, functional simulation, or related disciplines. If the job description lists a degree as preferred rather than required, that can create complications at the consulate, so confirm the requirement is explicit in your offer letter.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Verification Engineers?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens, but it has two major advantages over the H-1B for this role: there's no lottery, so your employer can sponsor you at any time of year, and the 10,500 annual allocation has never been fully used. The H-1B cap is 85,000 per year with a randomized selection process that rejects most applicants. For a Verification Engineer with Australian citizenship, the E-3 is the more reliable path.
Can I switch Verification Engineer employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but you need a new E-3 visa tied to the new employer before you start working. Your current E-3 is employer-specific, so your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need to attend a consulate interview in Australia or a third country. There's no portability provision like the one that exists for certain H-1B transfers, so plan your transition timeline accordingly to avoid a gap in work authorization.