Formal Verification Engineer - Firmware

We are now seeking a Formal Verification Engineer, focusing on the firmware verification! In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the correctness, security, and reliability of our low-level software that drives the next generation of computing performance. This position is ideal for an individual passionate about applying advanced formal methods to solve complex firmware verification and hardware‑firmware co‑verification challenges at scale. What you’ll be doing: Develop high‑level, mathematically precise models and specifications for complex firmware behaviors (e.g., security protocols, memory management, boot sequencing) using formal specification. Apply various formal verification techniques, including Model Checking, Theorem Proving, and Equivalence Checking, to verify firmware correctness. Focus on the interface between hardware and firmware, formally verifying critical handshakes, register accesses, and control flows. Develop abstract models of hardware components (e.g., MMIO registers, state machines) required for firmware verification. Analyze counterexamples generated by formal tools to identify root causes of design/firmware flaws. Research, evaluate, and integrate new formal verification methodologies, tools, and algorithms to improve efficiency and coverage. What we need to see: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience (Ph.D. is a plus). 3+ years of relevant experience in formal verification of hardware, software, or embedded systems. Good understanding of the principles of Model Checking and/or Theorem Proving. Strong proficiency in C/C++ (for firmware analysis) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl). Direct experience verifying critical firmware components such as Boot ROM/BIOS, Security Enclaves, Power Management, or Interrupt Controllers. Experience with specialized techniques like Abstract Interpretation, SAT/SMT Solvers, or employing formal approaches in security‑critical code. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 116,000 USD – 189,750 USD for Level2, and 136,000 USD – 218,500 USD for Level3. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr