Staff Verification Engineer

Job Title

Staff Verification Engineer

Role Summary

Verify highly configurable RISC-V cores and related IP to ensure designs meet architectural intent and quality targets. Work on an Out-of-Order Core verification team covering frontend, mid-core, load-store unit, integer/floating execution, and vector units.

This role focuses on functional verification using modern methodologies, coverage-driven closure, and collaboration with architects and implementation teams to deliver production-quality silicon.

Experience Level

Senior — typically 5–8 years of relevant verification experience (core/CPU or IP/component functional verification).

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include planning and executing verification activities for CPU cores and IP blocks.

• Adopt and apply state-of-the-art verification methodologies and flows.
• Create test plans, develop unit testbenches, and implement directed and automated tests.
• Execute tests, perform failure analysis, and drive bug resolution with design teams.
• Define, measure, and close functional coverage and other verification quality metrics.
• Collaborate with architects, RTL designers, and validation teams to ensure design intent is captured.
• Verify components including frontend, mid-core, load-store unit, integer/floating execution units, and vector units (RVV).

Requirements

Concise list of required and preferred qualifications.

• Must-have: 5+ years relevant experience in IP/component functional verification; experience with core/CPU verification preferred.
• Must-have: Thorough understanding of verification flow: test plan creation, test generation, failure analysis, coverage analysis, and closure.
• Must-have: Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills; effective communicator and collaborator across disciplines.
• Must-have: Experienced software developer with object-oriented programming principles.
• Preferred / Nice-to-have: Direct experience with microarchitecture, instruction set design, or CPU pipeline optimization.
• Preferred / Nice-to-have: Functional/FP or other high-level programming experience.
• Hiring conditions: Must pass background and reference checks and provide proof of right to work in the United States; role may require export control authorization or successful license approval.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a similar technical discipline (BS/MS in EE, CE, or CS).

About the Company

Company: SiFive

Headquarters: San Mateo, California, United States

SiFive is a pioneering company in the RISC-V ecosystem, focused on transforming the future of computing by delivering high-performance, data-intensive RISC-V solutions. Their compute platforms empower leading technology firms to innovate across various markets, including AI, machine learning, and automotive sectors. SiFive is recognized for its commitment to ongoing innovation and fostering collaboration among talented teams, impacting lives by enabling advanced chip design.