Asic Verification Engineer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
ASIC verification engineers are among the most consistently sponsored roles in semiconductor and chip design. Employers filing H-1B visa petitions for this role typically require a master's degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering, and USCIS approves the vast majority of petitions given the clear specialty occupation fit. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Axiado is building the future of AI powered digital infrastructure. We are a fast-growing, well funded silicon, systems, and solutions company pioneering a new category of semiconductor called the Trusted Control/Compute Unit (TCU) that combines advanced hardware security, AI driven resilience and efficiency, and real-time platform management. Our technology protects the world’s most critical infrastructure—from data centers to next generation cloud and AI platforms—by securing systems at the foundation levels of hardware, independent of host CPUs and operating systems.
Founded in 2019 and now over 150 employees are strong, Axiado has evolved into a recognized leader in the convergence of AI, security, and silicon innovation. We partner with and are actively engaged in commercial programs with multiple Tier 1 industry leaders, validating both our technology and our long-term market trajectory. Axiado has also won numerous industry awards for our ground-breaking products and technological innovations, including being named one of Fast Company’s 2025 Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in Security, winning the 2025 Global InfoSec Award for Outstanding AI Security Solution, and being named a finalist for the Global Semiconductor Alliance’s 2025 “Start-Up to Watch” award.
At Axiado, developing breakthrough technology takes more than great engineering—it takes a team of exceptional people who collaborate boldly, challenge assumptions, and take pride in building what comes next. We value curiosity, execution, respect, and a shared desire to make a meaningful impact on the security and reliability of the digital world.
If you’re driven to innovate, energized by hard problems, and excited to help define the future of secure AI infrastructure, we invite you to apply and join us on this journey.
Job Description
Verification Engineer position is your opportunity to join one of the industry’s leading companies in Smart Edge SoCs for network/systems control, management security systems, and IIoT.
You will be responsible for RTL SoC/Subsystem verification of ARM based SoCs, and work on industry-standard verification methodologies like UVM, Portable Stimulus and Formal verification flows. You will report to the Director of Engineering (Verification).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Project Leadership
- Help develop test plan definition
- Micro-architecture design verification, RTL verification, and documentation
- Top-level and block-level functional and performance verification, and system level use-case verification
- Support test program development, chip validation, and chip life until production maturity
- Team Management and Building
- Collaboration with firmware, software, DV, FPGA, DFT, SoC integration, and backend teams throughout various stages of ASIC development
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in UVM verification and UVM environment development (must have)
- Proficient in test plan definition and testcase development in C/Assembly/System Verilog
- Expertise in verifying design at RTL level and gate-level simulation
- Good understanding of coverage analysis, performance verification and use-case verification
- Must have worked on AMBA AXI, AHB, APB protocols
- Should have worked on verifying interface protocols like PCIe, USB, Ethernet, DDR3/4, LPDDR, I2C/I3C, SPI, SD/SDIO/eMMC, UART, etc.
- Experience in functional test vector development and post-silicon bring-up/debug
- Fluency with scripting languages (e.g., Perl, Python, Shell)
- Experience in working with repository management tools like Bitbucket/ Jenkins and bug tracking tools like JIRA
- BE/BTECH or ME/MTECH degree in EE/EECS/CS or equivalent
Additional Information
Axiado is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the highest caliber talent in a diverse and multifaceted environment. We are headquartered in the heart of Silicon Valley, with access to the world's leading research, technology and talent.
We are building an exceptional team to secure every node on the internet. For us, solving real-world problems takes precedence over purely theoretical problems. As a result, we prefer individuals with persistence, intelligence and high curiosity over pedigree alone. Working hard and smart, continuous learning and mutual support are all part of who we are.
Axiado is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Axiado does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Company Description
Axiado is building the future of AI powered digital infrastructure. We are a fast-growing, well funded silicon, systems, and solutions company pioneering a new category of semiconductor called the Trusted Control/Compute Unit (TCU) that combines advanced hardware security, AI driven resilience and efficiency, and real-time platform management. Our technology protects the world’s most critical infrastructure—from data centers to next generation cloud and AI platforms—by securing systems at the foundation levels of hardware, independent of host CPUs and operating systems.
Founded in 2019 and now over 150 employees are strong, Axiado has evolved into a recognized leader in the convergence of AI, security, and silicon innovation. We partner with and are actively engaged in commercial programs with multiple Tier 1 industry leaders, validating both our technology and our long-term market trajectory. Axiado has also won numerous industry awards for our ground-breaking products and technological innovations, including being named one of Fast Company’s 2025 Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in Security, winning the 2025 Global InfoSec Award for Outstanding AI Security Solution, and being named a finalist for the Global Semiconductor Alliance’s 2025 “Start-Up to Watch” award.
At Axiado, developing breakthrough technology takes more than great engineering—it takes a team of exceptional people who collaborate boldly, challenge assumptions, and take pride in building what comes next. We value curiosity, execution, respect, and a shared desire to make a meaningful impact on the security and reliability of the digital world.
If you’re driven to innovate, energized by hard problems, and excited to help define the future of secure AI infrastructure, we invite you to apply and join us on this journey.
Job Description
Verification Engineer position is your opportunity to join one of the industry’s leading companies in Smart Edge SoCs for network/systems control, management security systems, and IIoT.
You will be responsible for RTL SoC/Subsystem verification of ARM based SoCs, and work on industry-standard verification methodologies like UVM, Portable Stimulus and Formal verification flows. You will report to the Director of Engineering (Verification).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Project Leadership
- Help develop test plan definition
- Micro-architecture design verification, RTL verification, and documentation
- Top-level and block-level functional and performance verification, and system level use-case verification
- Support test program development, chip validation, and chip life until production maturity
- Team Management and Building
- Collaboration with firmware, software, DV, FPGA, DFT, SoC integration, and backend teams throughout various stages of ASIC development
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in UVM verification and UVM environment development (must have)
- Proficient in test plan definition and testcase development in C/Assembly/System Verilog
- Expertise in verifying design at RTL level and gate-level simulation
- Good understanding of coverage analysis, performance verification and use-case verification
- Must have worked on AMBA AXI, AHB, APB protocols
- Should have worked on verifying interface protocols like PCIe, USB, Ethernet, DDR3/4, LPDDR, I2C/I3C, SPI, SD/SDIO/eMMC, UART, etc.
- Experience in functional test vector development and post-silicon bring-up/debug
- Fluency with scripting languages (e.g., Perl, Python, Shell)
- Experience in working with repository management tools like Bitbucket/ Jenkins and bug tracking tools like JIRA
- BE/BTECH or ME/MTECH degree in EE/EECS/CS or equivalent
Additional Information
Axiado is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the highest caliber talent in a diverse and multifaceted environment. We are headquartered in the heart of Silicon Valley, with access to the world's leading research, technology and talent.
We are building an exceptional team to secure every node on the internet. For us, solving real-world problems takes precedence over purely theoretical problems. As a result, we prefer individuals with persistence, intelligence and high curiosity over pedigree alone. Working hard and smart, continuous learning and mutual support are all part of who we are.
Axiado is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Axiado does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Asic Verification Engineer
Target fabless semiconductor companies first
Companies like Qualcomm, Nvidia, AMD, Broadcom, and Apple Silicon teams file H-1B petitions for ASIC verification engineers at high volume. These employers have established immigration processes and dedicated legal teams, which means faster sponsorship decisions and fewer complications.
Highlight UVM and SystemVerilog expertise prominently
Sponsoring employers need to prove specialty occupation to USCIS. A resume that clearly demonstrates UVM methodology, constrained-random verification, and SystemVerilog proficiency strengthens the employer's petition by showing the role requires specialized knowledge a generalist engineer lacks.
A master's degree significantly strengthens your petition
USCIS scrutinizes ASIC roles more closely when only a bachelor's degree is listed. A master's in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field reduces RFE risk considerably and aligns with what most hiring managers expect for senior verification roles.
Get familiar with the H-1B cap timeline before you apply
H-1B registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, confirm your expiration date against this window. STEM OPT gives you up to 36 months of runway, which may cover one or two lottery cycles if needed.
Document your project scope and block ownership clearly
Vague job descriptions increase RFE risk. Work with your employer to ensure the offer letter and LCA describe specific verification responsibilities: coverage closure, assertion-based verification, or block-level sign-off. Precision in documentation helps USCIS approve the petition without delays.
Australian engineers should ask about the E-3 visa
If you hold Australian citizenship, the E-3 visa bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely. It requires the same specialty occupation showing but has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been filled, making it a significantly more reliable path into ASIC verification roles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an ASIC verification engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, ASIC verification engineering consistently qualifies as a specialty occupation. USCIS recognizes that the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. Roles involving UVM, SystemVerilog, and formal verification methodologies have a strong track record of approval, particularly when the job description is specific about technical responsibilities rather than generic engineering duties.
What degree does a sponsoring employer need to list on an H-1B petition for this role?
Most employers specify a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science as the minimum. A master's degree is increasingly common in job postings and reduces the risk of a Request for Evidence. If your degree is in a related field rather than directly in EE or CE, your employer's immigration attorney may need to demonstrate equivalency through coursework overlap or progressive experience.
How do I find ASIC verification engineer jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international engineers seeking sponsored roles. The job board filters for employers with active sponsorship histories, so you're not wasting applications on companies that don't sponsor. ASIC verification roles from semiconductor companies, EDA vendors, and hardware startups appear regularly, and you can filter by visa type including H-1B visa and E-3 visa.
Can I stay on OPT or STEM OPT while waiting for H-1B approval as an ASIC verification engineer?
Yes, and most international engineers in this field rely on exactly this sequence. Standard OPT gives you 12 months post-graduation, and a STEM OPT extension adds up to 24 more months if your degree is in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a qualifying STEM field. That 36-month window covers multiple H-1B lottery cycles. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to support STEM OPT.
Are ASIC verification engineers at risk of H-1B RFEs, and how can I reduce that risk?
RFE risk is lower for ASIC verification than for generalist software roles, but it exists when job descriptions are vague or the degree field doesn't closely match the role. The most effective mitigation is a detailed offer letter that specifies the verification methodology, tools, and block-level responsibilities involved. A master's degree in EE or CE, combined with a precise job description, puts the petition in a strong position for approval.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Asic Verification Engineer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.