STEM OPT Verification Engineer Jobs
Verification Engineer roles in chip design, FPGA validation, and hardware testing are a strong fit for F-1 students on STEM OPT. Your 24-month extension applies as long as your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your degree aligns with the SOC code for the role. Electrical engineering, computer engineering, and computer science degrees commonly satisfy that requirement.
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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering
General Summary:
As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm CPU Engineer, you will lead innovative Central Processing Unit (CPU) design efforts that have a critical impact on industries across the world. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, verify, and implement multi-core CPU operations for all Qualcomm Business Units.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
* 1+ year of work experience with high level programming (e.g., C, C++), scripting language programming (e.g., Perl, Python, etc.).
* 1+ year of work experience with industry standard tools for synthesis place and/or route and design verification.
* 1+ year of work experience with simulation, emulation, formal verification, or silicon validation.
* 1+ year of experience in creating functional models, checkers, test plans, and/or test generation.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
* Applies knowledge of computer architecture, micro-architecture, logic design, circuits, and/or physical design to assist in the development and verification of high performance and low power CPU designs.
* Identifies and solves routine problems to ensure design completeness, functionality, power, and performance.
* Collaborates with team members to assist in the defining of requirements, specifications, and trade-offs (e.g., performance, power, cost, functionalities, etc.) in order to accomplish product goals.
* Assists in the evaluation of the design process from conceptualization to productization (i.e., architecture definition, feasibility, pre-silicon design and verification, and post-silicon validation) that meet customer and industry standards.
* Writes technical documentation (e.g., feature descriptions, architectural descriptions, verification test plans, and implementation details, etc.) for CPU designs.
Level of Responsibility:
* Works under supervision.
* Decision-making affects direct area of work and/or work group.
* Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey basic, routine factual information.
* Tasks require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$122,500.00 - $183,700.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering
General Summary:
As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm CPU Engineer, you will lead innovative Central Processing Unit (CPU) design efforts that have a critical impact on industries across the world. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, verify, and implement multi-core CPU operations for all Qualcomm Business Units.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
* 1+ year of work experience with high level programming (e.g., C, C++), scripting language programming (e.g., Perl, Python, etc.).
* 1+ year of work experience with industry standard tools for synthesis place and/or route and design verification.
* 1+ year of work experience with simulation, emulation, formal verification, or silicon validation.
* 1+ year of experience in creating functional models, checkers, test plans, and/or test generation.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
* Applies knowledge of computer architecture, micro-architecture, logic design, circuits, and/or physical design to assist in the development and verification of high performance and low power CPU designs.
* Identifies and solves routine problems to ensure design completeness, functionality, power, and performance.
* Collaborates with team members to assist in the defining of requirements, specifications, and trade-offs (e.g., performance, power, cost, functionalities, etc.) in order to accomplish product goals.
* Assists in the evaluation of the design process from conceptualization to productization (i.e., architecture definition, feasibility, pre-silicon design and verification, and post-silicon validation) that meet customer and industry standards.
* Writes technical documentation (e.g., feature descriptions, architectural descriptions, verification test plans, and implementation details, etc.) for CPU designs.
Level of Responsibility:
* Works under supervision.
* Decision-making affects direct area of work and/or work group.
* Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey basic, routine factual information.
* Tasks require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$122,500.00 - $183,700.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Verification Engineer
Confirm your CIP code before applying
Your STEM OPT extension depends on your degree's CIP code mapping to the role's SOC code. Check the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List to verify your major qualifies before you invest time in applications for Verification Engineer positions.
Look up employers on E-Verify directly
Before accepting an offer, search the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment. An employer not enrolled in E-Verify cannot sign your I-983 training plan, which makes your STEM OPT extension invalid regardless of how the role is structured.
Target companies with active hardware LCA filings
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for Verification Engineer or related hardware roles. Repeat LCA filers are more likely to have an established process for onboarding F-1 STEM OPT students.
Build an I-983 training plan before your offer deadline
Draft a working I-983 outline covering learning objectives, supervision structure, and how the role relates to your STEM degree. Having a draft ready speeds up the employer signature process and reduces delays between your offer date and your OPT start.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for STEM OPT-ready employers
Search Migrate Mate to find Verification Engineer roles at employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and prior work authorization sponsorship history. Filtering by these criteria up front saves you from pursuing roles where the employer has no infrastructure to support your extension.
Understand cap-gap if your H-1B is pending
If you file for H-1B visa before your STEM OPT expires and receive a timely filed receipt, cap-gap extends your work authorization through September 30. USCIS requires you to remain in a valid employment relationship during this period, so don't let your I-983 lapse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as a Verification Engineer?
Verification Engineer roles typically fall under SOC codes for electrical and electronics engineers or computer hardware engineers. Your degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science is likely on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Confirm your CIP code against that list before your DSO submits the STEM OPT extension recommendation in SEVIS, since the CIP-to-SOC alignment is what USCIS evaluates.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for a Verification Engineer role?
Your I-983 must document specific learning objectives tied to verification engineering, such as developing testbenches, writing SystemVerilog assertions, or applying formal verification methods. It must identify a designated supervisor, describe how the role relates to your STEM degree, and confirm the employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Both you and your employer sign it, and your DSO must receive a copy before the extension is approved.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an offer?
Use the E-Verify employer search tool on the E-Verify website to look up the company by name or location. Enrollment is required for STEM OPT employers, and you should verify it before signing an offer letter, not after. If a hiring manager is unfamiliar with E-Verify, that's a signal to ask HR directly whether the company is enrolled and whether they've hired STEM OPT students before.
Can I start a Verification Engineer job before my STEM OPT extension EAD arrives?
No. You can't work after your initial OPT EAD expires, even if your STEM OPT extension application is pending. File the extension no later than 90 days before your current EAD ends to minimize any gap. USCIS does provide a 180-day automatic extension of your OPT work authorization if you file on time and your F-1 status remains valid, but confirm the timeline with your DSO.
Where can I find Verification Engineer jobs where employers are already set up for STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters Verification Engineer listings by employers with E-Verify enrollment and prior work authorization sponsorship activity, so you're not starting from scratch on each application. Semiconductor companies, defense contractors, and EDA tool vendors are common hirers for this role, and many have structured programs for onboarding F-1 students already familiar with the I-983 process.