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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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Position Overview
Defines, architects, and documents verification strategy and methodologies for implementing and verifying the pre-silicon design in the most optimal manner. Architects testbenches and develops Universal Verification Methodology (UVM) or formal-based verification approaches. Integrates block testbenches in chip-level UVM environments and verifies integration.
Key Responsibilities
- Define, architect, and document verification strategy and methodologies for implementing and verifying pre-silicon design in the most optimal manner
- Architect testbenches and develop Universal Verification Methodology (UVM) or formal-based verification approaches
- Integrate block testbenches in chip-level UVM environments and verify integration
- Develop test strategy, testbench architecture, and test plans for design blocks to conform to specifications
- Enable interaction with analog and digital teams and support post-silicon validation activities
- Collaborate with architecture and design teams to create random test generation plans, run functional simulations to identify gaps in design specifications, and conduct failure analysis, coverage analysis, and closure
- Define and develop the security validation strategy and validation infrastructure to incorporate security tools and methods to improve security coverage
You should demonstrate the following professional traits to be successful
- Collaborative and communicative, with the ability to work across diverse teams and mentor junior engineers
- Strong problem-solving skills with disciplined execution and a proactive mindset
- Results-driven, with the ability to drive optimal solutions between analog and digital designs
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or a Master's degree in a related field with 8+ years of relevant industry experience
You must have 8+ years of experience with/in:
- IP/SoC pre-silicon validation and coding using SystemVerilog
- Hardware simulation tools and methodologies (VCS/Verdi)
- IP environment and configuration management tools
- UVM methodology
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to debug complex logic designs and validate system-level functionality
- DDR design domain knowledge with strong understanding of DFI/DDR/LPDDR protocols
- Experience with VSCode, GitHub Copilot, or any other AI-assisted development tools
- Experience with Formal Property Verification and Git version control
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, California, Folsom
Additional Locations:
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Position of Trust
N/A
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $164,470.00-232,190.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.
Job Details:
Job Description:
Position Overview
Defines, architects, and documents verification strategy and methodologies for implementing and verifying the pre-silicon design in the most optimal manner. Architects testbenches and develops Universal Verification Methodology (UVM) or formal-based verification approaches. Integrates block testbenches in chip-level UVM environments and verifies integration.
Key Responsibilities
- Define, architect, and document verification strategy and methodologies for implementing and verifying pre-silicon design in the most optimal manner
- Architect testbenches and develop Universal Verification Methodology (UVM) or formal-based verification approaches
- Integrate block testbenches in chip-level UVM environments and verify integration
- Develop test strategy, testbench architecture, and test plans for design blocks to conform to specifications
- Enable interaction with analog and digital teams and support post-silicon validation activities
- Collaborate with architecture and design teams to create random test generation plans, run functional simulations to identify gaps in design specifications, and conduct failure analysis, coverage analysis, and closure
- Define and develop the security validation strategy and validation infrastructure to incorporate security tools and methods to improve security coverage
You should demonstrate the following professional traits to be successful
- Collaborative and communicative, with the ability to work across diverse teams and mentor junior engineers
- Strong problem-solving skills with disciplined execution and a proactive mindset
- Results-driven, with the ability to drive optimal solutions between analog and digital designs
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or a Master's degree in a related field with 8+ years of relevant industry experience
You must have 8+ years of experience with/in:
- IP/SoC pre-silicon validation and coding using SystemVerilog
- Hardware simulation tools and methodologies (VCS/Verdi)
- IP environment and configuration management tools
- UVM methodology
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to debug complex logic designs and validate system-level functionality
- DDR design domain knowledge with strong understanding of DFI/DDR/LPDDR protocols
- Experience with VSCode, GitHub Copilot, or any other AI-assisted development tools
- Experience with Formal Property Verification and Git version control
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, California, Folsom
Additional Locations:
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Position of Trust
N/A
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $164,470.00-232,190.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.
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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.