Hardware Design Engineer

Hardware Design Engineer (Contract)

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.

Summary:

Join a dynamic team focused on design verification for sophisticated intellectual properties and sub-systems integral to modern field-programmable gate arrays. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud storage and networking data acceleration technologies in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive verification test plans, creating robust testbench infrastructure, and ensuring the highest quality standards through rigorous testing and debugging processes. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can analyze complex technical requirements, develop reusable verification components, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver exceptional results on schedule.

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze technical information for project planning and execution of verification activities
• Create and modify existing verification environments and components within a UVM simulation framework
• Build, test, and modify product prototypes using working models or theoretical models constructed with computer simulation
• Develop testbench infrastructure and create comprehensive testcases for IP and sub-system verification
• Implement checkers, write functional coverage, and develop assertions to ensure design integrity
• Develop common and reusable verification components for deployment across multiple teams
• Perform coverage analysis and drive coverage closure activities
• Execute simulations and regressions to validate design functionality
• Triage and debug test failures to identify root causes and ensure system conformance
• Evaluate reporting formats, constraints, and security requirements to determine optimal hardware configurations
• Monitor equipment functionality and implement necessary modifications to ensure systems operate according to specifications

Requirements::

• 10+ years of professional experience in hardware verification or related field
• Extensive experience with IP and system-on-chip level verification using UVM and SystemVerilog within the last 3 years
• Demonstrated experience creating and writing test benches
• Background in hardware engineering design
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
• Advanced knowledge of UVM methodology and frameworks
• Extensive experience coding in SystemVerilog
• Proficiency in Verilog RTL programming language
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Creative approach to technical challenges
• Team collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented mindset with focus on quality
• Knowledge of ASIC or FPGA-based verification methodologies
• Understanding of engineering science and technology practical applications
• Familiarity with AMBA AXI protocol (preferred)
• Experience with hardware engineering design concepts

Additional Details:

• Location: Remote
• Duration: 5 months
• Pay Range*: $77 - $87.50 per hour
• Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
• Job Status: Non-Exempt
• Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.

This role is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email accommodation@allegisglobalsolutions.com for other accommodation options.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.

Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.

*We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.