CPU Verification Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated CPU verification engineer to join our design team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving and executing the functional correctness of CPU logic designs through rigorous pre-silicon verification methodologies.

• Develop and execute comprehensive verification plans to validate CPU logic against architectural specifications.
• Build scalable UVM‑based test benches and define robust functional coverage models.
• Run system‑level simulations to uncover design bugs and ensure functional integrity.
• Debug and root‑cause issues in the pre‑silicon environment; implement corrective actions to resolve test failures.
• Collaborate closely with CPU architect and RTL designers to verify complex architectural and microarchitectural features.
• Document verification strategies and lead technical reviews with design and architecture teams.
• Maintain and enhance existing verification infrastructure and methodologies.
• Contribute to the definition and refinement of CPU architecture and microarchitecture features.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering or a STEM‑related field with 1+ years of relevant experience – or Master’s Degree in the same field.
• 1+ years of experience developing System Verilog in UVM‑based test benches for reusable and scalable verification environments.
• 1+ years of experience in scripting languages (Python or Perl) and C++.

• PhD in Electrical Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering or a STEM‑related field with 2+ years of industry experience.
• Understanding of digital logic design, including instruction set execution, ALUs, control units, registers, memory, and system buses.
• Knowledge and experience with x86 preferred, strong ASM skills a bonus; familiarity with version control software (GIT).
• Experience with Synopsys simulators.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and debugging skills, with a creative approach to problem‑solving.
• Experience implementing validation strategies based on architectural and design feature changes.
• Experience using AI agents in verification.

Experienced Hire

Shift 1 (United States of America)

US, Texas, Austin

US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Silicon and Platform Engineering Group (SPE):
Deliver breakthrough silicon and platform solutions that deliver industry‑leading products today while also defining the next generation of computing experiences.

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.

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.

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This role will require an on‑site presence. Job posting details such as work model, location or time type are subject to change.