Principal CPU Design Verification Engineer

Ventana is building the highest-performance RISC-V CPUs on the planet—designed for data center, AI, and edge workloads, with real silicon, not slideware.

We are seeking an experienced verification engineer to lead verification efforts of complex CPU and related subsystems based on the open-source RISC-V architecture. The right candidate will have deep technical expertise combined with exceptional leadership skills.

• Lead end-to-end verification from complex CPU sub-units up to CPU clusters, partnering with architecture and design teams
• Develop verification infrastructure components including test-benches, scoreboards, and stimulus generators
• Develop and execute comprehensive verification plans for units and features
• Implement functional coverage models
• Debug designs in simulation, prototyping platforms, and silicon
• Continuously drive methodology improvements to improve efficiency
• Lead senior and junior engineers as a team to accomplish successful projects

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in electrical, computer engineering or related field
• BS + 10 years or MS + 12 years of industry experience successfully delivering CPU implementations

• System Verilog verification development experience
• Testbench construction using UVM or analogous methodologies
• Scoreboards and stimulus generators for complex units
• Strong background in one or more common CPU ISAs (x86, ARM, MIPS, RISC-V, etc.)
• Strong background in processor coherency and MP programming
• Project ownership throughout the project lifecycle
• Demonstrated team leadership experience with outstanding communication skills
• Highly motivated self-starter with strong execution mindset and collaborative approach
• Post-silicon debug experience strongly preferred

$105,000 TO $260,000 per year

Ventana is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and uphold an inclusive environment where all people feel that they are equally respected and valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.