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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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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.
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 as a Verification Engineer
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.