Search 
jobs
Explore 
companies
Join talent network
Talent
My job alerts

Hardware Verification Engineer (DSP)

Nuvia

Nuvia

Other Engineering
Austin, TX, USA
USD 154k-231k / year + Equity
Posted on Jul 16, 2025
Apply now

Job Description

Job Posting Date

2025-07-15


Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > DSP Architecture and Design

General Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Hardware Verification Engineer to join our dynamic and fast-paced team. In this role, you will be working verifying the Q6 DSP core and coprocessor using industry-standard methodologies and tools. You will work closely with design, architecture, and software teams to ensure the highest quality of silicon products.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement test benches using SystemVerilog and UVM.
  • Design and execute verification plans based on design specifications and architecture documents.
  • Apply Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles to build scalable and reusable verification components.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies and ensure comprehensive coverage.
  • Write and maintain scripts (Python, Perl, Shell, etc.) to automate verification flows and improve productivity.
  • Debug and resolve complex issues in simulation and emulation environments.
  • Contribute to the development of verification infrastructure and methodologies.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to report progress, issues, and solutions.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in SystemVerilog and UVM methodology.
  • Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and test bench architecture.
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Shell.
  • Solid grasp of computer architecture and digital design fundamentals.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with formal verification.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Exposure to Unit and SoC-level verification and constrained-random testing.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.

• 2+ years of experience with high-performance microprocessor design.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).

To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.

EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:

$154,000.00 - $231,000.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

Apply now
See more open positions at Nuvia
Privacy policyCookie policy