
ASIC Design Verification Engineer - New College Grad 2026
NVIDIA • Austin, Texas, United States
Salary: 1999 spa
Role & seniority: ASIC Verification Engineer (entry level)
Stack/tools: SystemVerilog, UVM, RTL Verilog; Python or similar scripting; verification tools (VCS or equivalent), debugging tools (Verdi); OOP-based programming
Top 3 responsibilities
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Design and maintain unit-level/sub-system verification environments; develop test plans to verify design
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Create UVM components, sequences, tests, and scoreboards; sign off with high-quality code and coverage
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Run regressions, diagnose/fix issues, automate build/regression/triage steps; collaborate with architects, designers, and software engineers
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Must-have skills: MS or higher in Computer/Electrical Engineering (or equivalent); strong SystemVerilog/UVM experience; RTL design knowledge (Verilog); solid Python scripting; understanding of computer architecture; familiarity with verification tools (VCS) and Verdi
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Nice-to-haves: proactive improvement of testbenches and adoption of newer verification techniques; ability to work autonomously in a multi-project environment
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Location & work type: location not specified; full-time employment (level 2 or 3) with eligibility for equity and benefits
Full Description
NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities which are hard to solve, that only we can pursue, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human inventiveness and intelligence. The NVIDIA System-On-Chip (SOC) group is looking for an entry level ASIC Verification Engineer! In this position you will have the chance to create a high-level and broad impact at NVIDIA working on a system-level IP responsible for measuring performance on multiple projects. Your focus will be on verifying and improving the related verification methodologies for the corresponding design (RTL). For this position, you should have real passion for verification methodologies and implementation that enable high quality system-level IP design and robust verification at multiple environment levels (e.g., unit, sub-system, and SOC). What you'll be doing: Design and maintain the unit level/sub-system Verification environment. Understand the architecture specifications, develop and carry out the test plan to verify the design. Create the UVM components, sequences, tests and scoreboards. Sign off on the verification efforts with very high quality code and functional coverage. Launch regressions, resolve the issues, and make forward progress towards achieving the DV milestone targets Automate the manual steps involved in launching build, regression, and triages. Collaborate with architects, designers, and software engineers to achieve the project goals. Pro-actively contribute to improving the efficiency of the testbenches by embracing the latest techniques. What we need to see: Completing an MS or higher in Computer or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience). Experience in System Verilog, UVM and in general OOPS based programming. Strong coding skills in Python or other industry-standard scripting languages. Strong understanding of RTL design (Verilog). Good understanding of computer architecture fundamentals. Familiarity with verification tools such as VCS or equivalent simulation tools, and debug tools like Verdi. With industry-leading salaries and a generous benefits package, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. The most forward-thinking engineers in the world do their life’s work at NVIDIA. If you're creative and autonomous, with a real passion for technology, we want to hear from you. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 108,000 USD - 184,000 USD for Level 2, and 136,000 USD - 212,750 USD for Level 3. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until December 26, 2025. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) 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. NVIDIA is the world leader in accelerated computing. NVIDIA pioneered accelerated computing to tackle challenges no one else can solve. Our work in AI and digital twins is transforming the world's largest industries and profoundly impacting society. Learn more about NVIDIA.