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Design Verification engineers who hold an advanced degree or meet EB-2 criteria can pursue permanent U.S. residency through employment-based green card sponsorship. Semiconductor, aerospace, and medical device employers regularly file PERM labor certifications for this role, covering circuit validation, testbench development, and functional coverage closure.
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Get Access To All JobsDo you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? This position gives you the opportunity to be a part of one of the most innovative and key projects that Apple’s Silicon Engineering Group has embarked upon to date.
As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to take the lead and contribute to verifying a set of sophisticated SoCs that are driving Apple’s flagship Cellular 5G platform. As a member of this team you will integrate multiple sophisticated IP-level DV environments, craft highly reusable UVM TB, implement effective coverage-driven and advised test infrastructure, deploy new tools, develop and deploy AIML methodology, and implement ideas to improve the quality of tape-out readiness of all our chips.
By collaborating with other product development groups across Apple, you can push the industry boundaries of what complex SoCs can do and improve the product experience for our customers across the world! You will be able to learn all aspects of a large-scale SoC, different types of SoC architecture, many high-speed layered protocols, the industry’s standard methodologies on low-power architecture, outstanding DV methodology, verification on accelerated platforms, knowledge of cellular protocol, FW-HW interactions, complexities of multi-chip SoC debug architecture, etc.
Description
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 innovative Cellular SoCs! This position requires someone comfortable with all areas of SoC design verification engineering. We are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic multi-functional organization, is not afraid to debate ideas openly, and is flexible enough to shift within constantly evolving requirements.
Responsibilities
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Understand and apply details of High-Efficiency SoC Architecture, standard SoC peripherals such as SPI, I2C, UART, Timer, high BW DMAs, memory management schemes, low power spec, multi-processor systems, DDR, PCIe, DDR, Memory Controller Sub Systems, USB, PLL, power up, Secured Boot schemes.
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Build coverage-driven verification plans from specifications, and review and refine them to achieve coverage targets.
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Create IP level module and sub-system verification plan, TB, portable test benches, sequences, and test infrastructure.
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Architect UVM-based highly reusable test benches and integrate sophisticated multi-instance VIPs, sub-system test benches, and test suites to SoC level, achieve targeted coverage, and 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 flow.
Minimum Qualifications
B.S and 10+ years of experience required
Demonstrated knowledge of object-oriented programming principles and experience in any OOP-based language (e.g., Python, C++, Java, or SystemVerilog).
Digital Design experience
Preferred Qualifications
MSEE, MSCS or beyond is preferred.
Coursework in Computer Architecture, Networking Protocol.
Hands-on experience developing UVM-based testbenches in SystemVerilog, demonstrating applied understanding of object-oriented programming.
Experience in Digital Design.
Experience in Developing Reference Model of DUT and Verification using HVL.
Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and the desire to seek diverse challenges.
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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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.
Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? This position gives you the opportunity to be a part of one of the most innovative and key projects that Apple’s Silicon Engineering Group has embarked upon to date.
As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to take the lead and contribute to verifying a set of sophisticated SoCs that are driving Apple’s flagship Cellular 5G platform. As a member of this team you will integrate multiple sophisticated IP-level DV environments, craft highly reusable UVM TB, implement effective coverage-driven and advised test infrastructure, deploy new tools, develop and deploy AIML methodology, and implement ideas to improve the quality of tape-out readiness of all our chips.
By collaborating with other product development groups across Apple, you can push the industry boundaries of what complex SoCs can do and improve the product experience for our customers across the world! You will be able to learn all aspects of a large-scale SoC, different types of SoC architecture, many high-speed layered protocols, the industry’s standard methodologies on low-power architecture, outstanding DV methodology, verification on accelerated platforms, knowledge of cellular protocol, FW-HW interactions, complexities of multi-chip SoC debug architecture, etc.
Description
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 innovative Cellular SoCs! This position requires someone comfortable with all areas of SoC design verification engineering. We are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic multi-functional organization, is not afraid to debate ideas openly, and is flexible enough to shift within constantly evolving requirements.
Responsibilities
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Understand and apply details of High-Efficiency SoC Architecture, standard SoC peripherals such as SPI, I2C, UART, Timer, high BW DMAs, memory management schemes, low power spec, multi-processor systems, DDR, PCIe, DDR, Memory Controller Sub Systems, USB, PLL, power up, Secured Boot schemes.
-
Build coverage-driven verification plans from specifications, and review and refine them to achieve coverage targets.
-
Create IP level module and sub-system verification plan, TB, portable test benches, sequences, and test infrastructure.
-
Architect UVM-based highly reusable test benches and integrate sophisticated multi-instance VIPs, sub-system test benches, and test suites to SoC level, achieve targeted coverage, and work with design, architecture, SW, FW, and external IP delivery teams to efficiently integrate and verify overall SOC design.
-
Work closely with DV methodology architects to improve verification flow.
Minimum Qualifications
B.S and 10+ years of experience required
Demonstrated knowledge of object-oriented programming principles and experience in any OOP-based language (e.g., Python, C++, Java, or SystemVerilog).
Digital Design experience
Preferred Qualifications
MSEE, MSCS or beyond is preferred.
Coursework in Computer Architecture, Networking Protocol.
Hands-on experience developing UVM-based testbenches in SystemVerilog, demonstrating applied understanding of object-oriented programming.
Experience in Digital Design.
Experience in Developing Reference Model of DUT and Verification using HVL.
Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and the desire to seek diverse challenges.
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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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 Green Card Sponsorship in Design Verification
Document your verification methodology credentials clearly
PERM requires your employer to prove your qualifications match the job description. Gather documentation showing proficiency in UVM, SystemVerilog, or constrained-random verification before the process starts, since credential gaps can trigger a Request for Evidence.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search the OFLC Wage Search tool to identify companies that have previously certified Design Verification roles. Employers already familiar with the PERM process for hardware roles move faster and make fewer filing errors than first-time sponsors.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring roles
Search Migrate Mate to find Design Verification openings at employers with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're not spending time on applications at companies that have never filed a PERM for engineering roles.
Understand how job duties affect your EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility
If the role requires only a bachelor's degree, USCIS will typically classify it as EB-3 skilled worker. Roles requiring a master's or its equivalent in electrical engineering or computer engineering can qualify for EB-2, which may mean shorter wait times for most nationalities.
Start the PERM process before your H-1B expires
PERM labor certification alone can take six to twelve months, followed by the I-140 and adjustment of status. Ask your employer to file during your first or second H-1B visa period so you have enough authorized stay to bridge to a green card without gap.
Clarify ownership of IP created during verification work
Some employers include IP assignment clauses that complicate green card sponsorship if you change roles internally. Before signing your offer letter, confirm that the PERM job description matches the actual verification duties you'll perform, since material discrepancies can invalidate the labor certification.
Green Card Design Verification: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Design Verification engineers qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply, depending on the role's stated requirements. If the position requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive verification experience, it can qualify under EB-2. Roles requiring only a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer science typically fall under EB-3 skilled worker. The job description your employer files with PERM determines the category, so aligning your credentials to the posted requirements before the employer files is critical.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Design Verification roles?
The H-1B is a temporary, renewable work visa with an annual cap and lottery. An employment-based green card through PERM leads to permanent residency with no expiration. For most nationalities outside India and China, EB-3 priority dates are current or close to current, meaning the wait after I-140 approval can be under a year. There is no annual cap on how many PERM applications an employer can file, unlike H-1B registrations.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Design Verification role?
Your employer files ETA Form 9089 with the DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment period, typically lasting 30 to 60 days, to show no qualified U.S. workers are available for the specific role. PERM analyst review currently runs several months. Once certified, the employer files I-140 with USCIS, and you file I-485 for adjustment of status when your priority date is current. The entire process from PERM filing to green card approval can take one to three years for most nationalities.
Which industries hire Design Verification engineers with green card sponsorship?
Semiconductor companies, medical device manufacturers, aerospace and defense contractors, and automotive electronics suppliers are the most active sponsors for Design Verification roles. These employers routinely file PERM for positions involving RTL simulation, formal verification, coverage-driven verification, and ASIC validation. You can search Migrate Mate to identify specific employers in these industries that have active or historical green card sponsorship for engineering roles matching your verification specialty.
Can I switch employers while my green card application is in progress?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, you can change employers after your I-140 is approved and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, as long as the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. For Design Verification engineers, moving to a comparable verification or validation role at a different semiconductor or electronics employer generally qualifies. USCIS reviews the job duties, not just the title, so document the similarity between your old and new positions carefully.