Principal ASIC Verification Engineer

At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing. Atom Computing is seeking a Principal ASIC Verification Engineer to lead functional verification of ASICs used in our quantum computer. You will guide test-plan execution across engineers and contractors and contribute directly to testbench development, evaluation, and debug. Responsibilities Own block-to-chip verification plans, schedules, and signoff criteria; lead test development and executionProvide technical direction, mentor engineers, review test plans and code, and participate in candidate interviewsDefine contractor scope, milestones, and acceptance criteria; review deliverables and oversee integration and handoffDevelop Python testbenches, reusable drivers, monitors, reference models, and scoreboards integrated with RTL simulatorsImplement tests, automate regressions, debug failures, and close coverage. Communicate verification status, unresolved defects, and tapeout risksLead post-layout gate-level verification, including netlist preparation, SDF annotation, and timing-accurate simulationVerify test modes and patterns with DFT, design, and physical design teams; resolve timing and signoff issuesResolve requirements and interface issues with architecture, RTL, firmware, and hardware teams; support silicon bring-up and validationPerform other duties as assigned Experience & Education Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience10+ years of ASIC/SoC verification experience, with 15+ preferredExperience verifying multiple ASICs through tapeout and subsequent silicon evaluation, applying findings to improve verification Qualifications Experience with block-to-chip verification of registers, data paths, and firmware interfacesStrong Python skills for reusable, object-oriented testbenches with constrained-random stimulus, simulation control, checkers, and coverageAbility to build behavioral models of mixed-signal blocks, including their digital interfaces and timingExperience turning design requirements into verification plans, writing SystemVerilog assertions, and closing functional and code coverageHands-on post-P&R experience preparing netlists and cell/memory models, annotating SDF, and debugging timing simulationsDFT verification experience with test modes and flows such as scan shift/capture, ATPG patterns, MBIST, or JTAGStrong RTL and waveform debugging skills, especially resets, clock domains, X propagation, and timing checksProficiency with SystemVerilog/UVM, HDL debug tools, Linux, and version controlExperience with regression automation, failure reproduction, and triage Preferred Qualifications Technical leadership through ASIC tapeout, including mentoring engineers, leading reviews, coordinating verification work, and communicating risksExperience directing verification contractors, defining scope and acceptance criteria, and reviewing delivery against quality and schedule commitmentsSilicon bring-up or validation experience, including lab debug and correlating hardware failures with simulationExperience with formal verification, equivalence checking, CDC/RDC, lint, emulation, or FPGA prototypingFamiliarity with real-time control, signal processing, or quantum hardware Atom Computing provides a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents. Additionally, unlimited paid time off, 401K company matching, short- and long-term disability, FSA, dependent care benefits, and life insurance. We also offer drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices, every day! The base salary range for this position is between $180,000 - $220,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and equity in the company. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.