SoC ASIC Verification Engineer – New College Grad 2026

Nvidia

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On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$100,000–$166,750 / yr
Posted
74 days ago

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Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing

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TL;DR · SoC ASIC Verification Engineer – New College Grad 2026

NVIDIA is hiring a SoC ASIC Verification Engineer New Grad to join its elite team focused on verifying cutting-edge SoCs with AI capabilities used in self-driving cars, gaming consoles, and automated machines. This role involves collaborating with top engineers to define verification strategies and execute plans at the full chip level, building and refining verification infrastructure and methodologies for next-generation CPUs, and working closely with architects, RTL designers, FPGA, and emulation engineers to ensure comprehensive coverage of verification requirements. Candidates should have a recent degree in EE, CS, or CE, along with experience in ASIC DV and proficiency in C++, Object-Oriented Programming, UVM, or System Verilog. Strong analytical skills, testbench crafting abilities for complex chips, and an understanding of CPU/SoC architecture are essential, as is the ability to tackle intricate verification challenges and work effectively within a dynamic team environment.

What you'll do

  • Define and execute verification strategies at full chip level for advanced SoCs.
  • Develop and refine verification infrastructure and methodologies for next-gen CPUs.
  • Collaborate with architects and designers to ensure comprehensive verification coverage.
  • Craft testbenches and methodologies for large, complex chips with AI capabilities.
  • Understand and address verification challenges in large-scale design projects.

What we're looking for

  • Recent graduate with a degree in EE, CS, or CE (or equivalent experience).
  • Proficiency in C++, Object-Oriented Programming, UVM, or System Verilog.
  • Experience in crafting testbenches and methodologies for complex chips.
  • Strong understanding of verification concepts and SoC architecture.
  • Ability to solve complex programming and verification problems.
  • Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.

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