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Senior IP Verification Engineer

Arm Chandler, Arizona, United States

hybridfull-time

Salary: $156,500 - $211,700 / year

Posted Jan 28, 2026Apply by Feb 27, 2026

Role & seniority: Verification Engineer (senior-level) in Arm’s Solution Engineering division

Stack/tools: Front-end verification tools (dynamic/static simulators), UPF, debuggers; Questa, VCS, JasperGold, Verdi; experience with test plan creation, testbench implementation, test case development; coverage (functional, toggle, code); reconfigurable IP/subsystem design; collaborative design/verification

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Write test plans and perform functional verification to required quality and schedules

  • Develop testbenches/test suites and collaborate with design/verification teams; review microarchitectural specs and debug issues

  • Develop IP features enabling reconfigurable designs; act as 1-Arm advocate for optimal solutions

Must-have skills

  • Bachelor’s or higher in CS/Elec-Comp Eng or related field; experience verifying complex subsystems/SoCs

  • Verification workflow: test plan creation, testbench implementation, test case development, documentation/support

  • Front-end verification tools and methodologies; coverage techniques; reconfigurable IP/subsystem experience; collaborative skills

Nice-to-haves

  • Object-oriented programming; ARM-based design/architectures; OTP/fuse models and JTAG/TAP; Perl/Python or scripting

  • SoC system debug methodologies; DFT concepts (RTL testability, scan insertion, OCC)

  • Location & work type: Hybrid work model; details and adjustments available upon application; accommodations available on request

Full Description

Job Description

Our Solution Engineering division is seeking a skilled verification engineer to develop testbenches and test suites to join our diverse team. Arm’s hardware is at the heart of the computing and connectivity revolution that continues to transform the way people live and businesses operate. As we continue to grow, we need talented engineers responsible for the development of products across Enterprise, Auto and Client markets.

Responsibilities

Writing test plans and completing functional verification to the required quality levels and schedules. Collaborate with others in design and verification. Develop IP features which enable reconfigurable designs. Partner with design to review Microarchitectural specifications and debug issues. Act as 1-Arm ensuring the best solutions are what Arm uses.

What you bring

In Addition To Your Accomplishment Of Bachelors Or Higher In Computer Science Or Electrical/Computer Engineering Or a Similar Related Field And Experience Working In Verification Of Complex Subsystems Or SoCs, You Should Bring Experience In

Verification stages: test plan creation, testbench implementation, test case development, documentation and support Front-end verification tools - Dynamic simulation tools, Static Simulation tools, UPF, and Debuggers, Questa, VCS, Jasper Gold, Verdi Coverage - Functional, Toggle, Code Reconfigurable IP / Subsystem design Collaboration

“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience

Object-oriented programming concepts ARM-based designs and/or ARM System Architectures OTP/Fuse usage models and JTAG/TAP protocols Perl, Python or other scripting language SoC system debug methodologies

DFT methodologies: RTL testability, scan insertion, OCC

In Return

We Are Proud To Have a Set Of Behaviors That Reflect Who We Are, And Guide Our Decisions, Defining How We Work Together! These Behaviors Are Assessed As Part Of The Hiring Process

Partner focus Communication, Team and Personal development Creativity, Impact and Influence Deliver on your promises

Salary Range: $156,500-$211,700 per year

We value people as individuals and our dedication is to reward people competitively and equitably for the work they do and the skills and experience they bring to Arm. Salary is only one component of Arm's offering. The total reward package will be shared with candidates during the recruitment and selection process.

Accommodations at Arm

At Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email accommodations@arm.com . To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation or adjustment requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud, or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.

Hybrid Working at Arm

Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.

Equal Opportunities at Arm

Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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