Verification Engineer Jobs in Washington
Verification Engineer jobs in Washington are in strong demand, concentrated in aerospace, semiconductor fabrication, and defense electronics, with openings at every level from entry-level test engineer through principal verification lead. Seattle, Redmond, and Bellevue anchor most of the hiring, where major employers like Boeing, Microsoft, and Intel maintain large engineering operations that rely on verification engineers to validate hardware, firmware, and complex systems. The most sought-after specialties in Washington are formal verification, FPGA validation, and hardware-in-the-loop testing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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In most instances, this position requires in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.
In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
- Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
- Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
- Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
- Holidays: 13 paid days per year
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Seattle, WA, USA; Zürich, Switzerland; Munich, Germany.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 2 years of experience building software for data privacy or security (e.g., identity and access management).
- 2 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages.
- Experience designing and applying privacy-preserving technologies (e.g., differential privacy, federated learning) and frameworks (e.g., Privacy by Design).
- Experience with security protocols (e.g., cryptography, authentication, authorization and security, multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, identity management).
- Experience in security engineering.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical fields.
- 4 years of experience in software development.
- 2 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
- 2 years of experience in formal verification.
- Experience developing accessible technologies.
- Experience in designing and applying privacy-preserving technologies (e.g., differential privacy, federated learning) and frameworks (e.g., Privacy by Design).
About the job
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
In this role, you will have a strong programming languages (PL) and formal verification background, to help with the evolution of our Rust verification tools, and their application to real-world problems across Google’s code base, and knowledge of Lean, Rust and its semantics, and concurrent separation logic.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.Germany: €106000 - €108000 (EUR) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
US: $147000 - $210000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Evolve our Rust verification tools using a strong programming languages (PL) and formal verification background.
- Apply Rust verification tools to real-world problems across Google’s code base.
- Use knowledge of Lean, Rust and its semantics, and concurrent separation logic to solve complex verification challenges.
- Write product or system development code.
- Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback to ensure best practices (e.g., style guidelines, checking code in, accuracy, testability, and efficiency).
In most instances, this position requires in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.
In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
- Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
- Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
- Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
- Holidays: 13 paid days per year
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Seattle, WA, USA; Zürich, Switzerland; Munich, Germany.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 2 years of experience building software for data privacy or security (e.g., identity and access management).
- 2 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages.
- Experience designing and applying privacy-preserving technologies (e.g., differential privacy, federated learning) and frameworks (e.g., Privacy by Design).
- Experience with security protocols (e.g., cryptography, authentication, authorization and security, multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, identity management).
- Experience in security engineering.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical fields.
- 4 years of experience in software development.
- 2 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
- 2 years of experience in formal verification.
- Experience developing accessible technologies.
- Experience in designing and applying privacy-preserving technologies (e.g., differential privacy, federated learning) and frameworks (e.g., Privacy by Design).
About the job
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
In this role, you will have a strong programming languages (PL) and formal verification background, to help with the evolution of our Rust verification tools, and their application to real-world problems across Google’s code base, and knowledge of Lean, Rust and its semantics, and concurrent separation logic.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.Germany: €106000 - €108000 (EUR) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
US: $147000 - $210000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Evolve our Rust verification tools using a strong programming languages (PL) and formal verification background.
- Apply Rust verification tools to real-world problems across Google’s code base.
- Use knowledge of Lean, Rust and its semantics, and concurrent separation logic to solve complex verification challenges.
- Write product or system development code.
- Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback to ensure best practices (e.g., style guidelines, checking code in, accuracy, testability, and efficiency).
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in verification engineer jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in hardware description languages such as SystemVerilog, VHDL, or UVM
- Hands-on experience designing and executing functional verification test plans and coverage models
- Familiarity with simulation tools such as Cadence Xcelium, Synopsys VCS, or Mentor QuestaSim
- Experience with scripting languages including Python, Tcl, or Perl for test automation
- Ability to obtain or hold an active U.S. security clearance, required by many Washington defense contractors
Verification Engineer Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a verification engineer in Washington?
Most verification engineers in Washington enter the field with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science, followed by hands-on verification experience gained through internships or entry roles. Washington does not require a state-issued license for this role, but many positions at defense and aerospace employers require candidates to be eligible for a federal security clearance. Strong candidates typically build skills in SystemVerilog and UVM through coursework or self-study before applying.
Which companies hire verification engineers in Washington?
Employers hiring verification engineers in Washington right now include Microsoft, Amazon, and Blue Origin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's density of aerospace, semiconductor, and enterprise technology companies makes it one of the more active states for this specialty nationwide.
Which Washington cities have the most verification engineer jobs?
Redmond, Seattle, and Everett have the most verification engineer openings in Washington. Seattle and its eastside suburbs of Redmond and Bellevue drive the largest share of postings, anchored by Microsoft's hardware and silicon divisions, Boeing's commercial and defense programs, and a growing cluster of chip-design startups, while smaller hubs like Everett reflect Boeing's manufacturing and avionics verification teams.
Are there remote verification engineer jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely software-focused roles, since verification engineering often requires direct access to lab equipment, hardware test benches, and simulation infrastructure. About 0% of verification engineer openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of much of the work. The portions of the role most likely to be done remotely include test-plan authoring, coverage analysis, and simulation-based regression runs.
How can I get hired as a verification engineer in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or co-op with one of Washington's large aerospace or semiconductor employers, where many candidates convert to full-time roles after graduation. Boeing, Microsoft, and Intel all run structured internship and new-grad programs in their hardware verification and silicon validation groups. Candidates from adjacent roles such as software QA engineer, FPGA design intern, or embedded systems tester are competitive, and building a portfolio of UVM or SystemVerilog projects through open-source or academic work strengthens applications significantly.
Where can I find and apply to verification engineer jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to verification engineer jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across aerospace, semiconductor, defense, and enterprise technology employers. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the ones that match.
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