Senior ASIC Verification Engineer (AI Hardware)

Senior ASIC Verification Engineer (AI Hardware) — Remote (U.S.) — No Visa Sponsorship Overview Our client an AI / Compute company of the verge of being the next Nvidia is looking for an experienced ASIC Verification Engineer to help ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of their next-generation AI-focused silicon. In this role, you'll partner closely with design, architecture, and software teams to validate complex hardware systems and contribute to cutting-edge compute solutions. This position also offers the opportunity to take ownership of verification efforts and influence best practices across projects. Key Responsibilities Define and drive verification strategies for advanced ASIC designs used in AI/compute workloads Build and execute detailed verification plans, including coverage goals and validation approaches Develop scalable verification environments using System Verilog and UVM Create simulation infrastructure, including testbenches and both directed and constrained-random test scenarios Work cross-functionally with design and architecture teams to achieve coverage closure and functional accuracy Identify, debug, and resolve design issues throughout pre-silicon and early silicon validation phases Partner with FPGA and emulation teams to support early prototyping and validation efforts Track project milestones, manage verification deliverables, and proactively address risks Required Background Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline 8+ years of hands-on experience in ASIC or SoC verification Strong proficiency with System Verilog and UVM-based verification flows Deep understanding of verification planning, coverage methodologies, and testbench architecture Experience working with leading EDA toolchains (e.g., Cadence, Synopsys, Siemens EDA) Solid debugging skills, including waveform analysis and scripting (Python, Tcl, or similar) Exposure to high-performance compute architectures such as AI accelerators, memory hierarchies, or high-speed interfaces Demonstrated success verifying complex silicon designs Nice to Have Advanced degree in a relevant engineering field Experience with hardware/software integration or co-verification Familiarity with formal verification methods Exposure to post-silicon validation, bring-up, or lab debug processes