Senior Verification Engineer - Hardware

Job Requisition

Job Category:
Engineering

Time Type:
Full time

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation fueled by great technology and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing, where our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self‑driving cars. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent.

As an NVIDIA employee, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

NVIDIA is looking for a Senior Verification Engineer to join our Emulation division onsite in Santa Clara, CA. The Emulation division is a worldwide recognized division noted for groundbreaking technology. We are a flexible, family‑friendly, diverse team that constantly evolves by adapting to new adventurous opportunities.

• Support multiple emulation environments using the latest emulation techniques (C/C++ DPI Transactors, System Verilog assertions, coverage, power estimation, Speed Bridges, accelerated UVM test benches).
• Bring up SOCs on emulation, root‑cause SoC/Processor test failures and emulator environment issues.
• Collaborate continually with Design, DV, Power, Silicon Validation, Performance, and Software teams.
• Lead emulation vendors to debug issues using various tools.

• MS or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• At least 3 years of proven experience.
• Proficiency in Verilog and/or VHDL, C/C++, and System Verilog.
• Experience with UVM verification environments and scripting with Perl, Python, and C/C++.
• Familiarity with hierarchical design approach, top‑down design, SoC and system level verification.
• Position is based on‑site at our Santa Clara, CA office.

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD – 264,500 USD for Level 4, and 196,000 USD – 310,500 USD for Level 5. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

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Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 16, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.