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Verification Engineer roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing your I-140 immigrant petition. Hardware and semiconductor companies with active verification teams regularly sponsor foreign professionals for permanent residency.
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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
NVIDIA is looking for a Senior Verification Engineer to join our Emulation division onsite in Santa Clara, CA. We are a worldwide recognized division noted for groundbreaking technology. We are work-flex, family and diverse team! NVIDIA invention of the GPU in 1999 accelerated the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new adventurous opportunities, that only we can seek, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human imagination and intelligence. Join us today!
What You Will Be Doing
- We support multiple emulation environments using the latest emulation techniques (C/C++ DPI Transactors, SV assertions, Coverage, Power Estimation, SpeedBridges, Accelerated UVM Testbenches).
- Bring up SOCs on emulation, root causing SoC/Processor test fails and emulator environment issues.
- We have continual collaboration with Design, DV, Power, Silicon Validation, Performance, and Software teams.
- Work constructively leading emulation vendors to debug issues using various tools.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- M.S or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
- 3+ years of proven experience.
- Individual should be proficient in Verilog and/or VHDL, C/C++ and SystemVerilog.
- Experience with UVM verification environments and scripting with Perl, Python and C/C++ is essential.
- Be familiar with hierarchical design approach, top-down design, SoC and system level verification.
- This role is based onsite at our Santa Clara, CA office.
COMPENSATION
- Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD for Level 4, and 196,000 USD - 310,500 USD for Level 5. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 16, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
NVIDIA is looking for a Senior Verification Engineer to join our Emulation division onsite in Santa Clara, CA. We are a worldwide recognized division noted for groundbreaking technology. We are work-flex, family and diverse team! NVIDIA invention of the GPU in 1999 accelerated the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new adventurous opportunities, that only we can seek, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human imagination and intelligence. Join us today!
What You Will Be Doing
- We support multiple emulation environments using the latest emulation techniques (C/C++ DPI Transactors, SV assertions, Coverage, Power Estimation, SpeedBridges, Accelerated UVM Testbenches).
- Bring up SOCs on emulation, root causing SoC/Processor test fails and emulator environment issues.
- We have continual collaboration with Design, DV, Power, Silicon Validation, Performance, and Software teams.
- Work constructively leading emulation vendors to debug issues using various tools.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- M.S or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
- 3+ years of proven experience.
- Individual should be proficient in Verilog and/or VHDL, C/C++ and SystemVerilog.
- Experience with UVM verification environments and scripting with Perl, Python and C/C++ is essential.
- Be familiar with hierarchical design approach, top-down design, SoC and system level verification.
- This role is based onsite at our Santa Clara, CA office.
COMPENSATION
- Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD - 264,500 USD for Level 4, and 196,000 USD - 310,500 USD for Level 5. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 16, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Translate your verification credentials into PERM language
PERM job descriptions must match your actual duties precisely. Document your experience with specific EDA tools, protocols, and methodologies so your employer can write a PERM job description that reflects real verification work and survives DOL audit scrutiny.
Target semiconductor and hardware companies with PERM history
Fabless chip designers, integrated device manufacturers, and IP-core companies run structured verification teams and file PERM applications regularly. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to confirm an employer has sponsored verification engineers before negotiating your offer.
Search for sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Verification Engineer roles by green card sponsorship history, saving you from applying to employers who won't file. Use it to identify companies with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing patterns before you submit a single application.
Clarify whether your role qualifies for EB-2 or EB-3
If the position requires a master's degree or equivalent advanced credentials in electrical engineering or computer science, your employer can file under EB-2. A bachelor's degree with five or more years of specialized verification experience typically supports EB-3 instead.
Ask your employer about concurrent I-485 filing early
If your priority date is current when the I-140 is approved, USCIS allows you to file I-485 adjustment of status simultaneously. Raising this with HR before accepting an offer helps you plan your timeline and avoid status gaps between OPT or H-1B visa expiration and green card approval.
Verify prevailing wage before your offer letter is finalized
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job zone. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level II or Level III wage for your metropolitan area before signing, so your compensation meets PERM requirements from day one.
Green Card Verification Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Verification Engineer roles commonly qualify for green card sponsorship?
Yes. Verification engineering is a specialized discipline requiring formal training in digital design, hardware description languages, and functional coverage methodologies. Most positions require at least a bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering, which meets the EB-3 professional threshold. Roles requiring a master's degree or equivalent advanced credentials in ASIC or FPGA verification can qualify under EB-2.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Verification Engineers?
H-1B is a temporary status capped at 65,000 registrations annually with a lottery, while EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification and I-140 adjudication add 12 to 24 months before you can file for adjustment of status. For nationals from countries without severe EB-3 backlogs, that timeline is often more predictable than relying on H-1B selection.
What happens to my green card application if I change employers during the PERM process?
If your I-140 has been approved for at least 180 days and your new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification, portability rules under AC21 let you transfer the approved petition to your new employer. If you change jobs before the I-140 is approved, your PERM application does not transfer and the sponsoring employer must restart the process.
Where can I find Verification Engineer jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate indexes roles by employment-based sponsorship history, so you can filter specifically for Verification Engineer positions where employers have an established record of filing PERM applications and I-140 petitions. This is more reliable than reviewing general job postings, where sponsorship availability is rarely stated clearly upfront.
Can my employer use O*NET data to support the specialty occupation claim in my PERM filing?
O*NET provides occupational profiles including typical education requirements and work activities for verification engineering roles, which employers and attorneys reference when drafting PERM job descriptions. Aligning your actual duties with the O*NET profile for your specific job zone strengthens the labor certification and reduces the risk of a DOL audit or denial.