Paradigm Works stands at the forefront of chip development consulting services, enabling IP, and training. We’re distinguished by our unique blend of expertise, innovation, and dedication.
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Our Mission
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To provide world-class verification and design expertise, ensuring our clients' projects are successfully completed and excel in today’s competitive marketplace. We aim to be the goto partner for companies seeking excellence in chip development and verification.
Our long-standing expertise in Universal Verification Methodology (UVM), from its inception, positions us as leaders in this critical domain.
Executive Team

Michael Hoyt
CEO & Co-Founder

James Crocker
VP of Engineering and Co-Founder

Cliff Cummings
VP of Training & Founder of Sunburst Design
Our History
2000
Paradigm Works was established to provide the highest quality front-end chip development engineering services and technologically advanced enabling IP.
2020
Merged with Sunburst Design to expand our offerings to include Cliff Cummings’ world-class SystemVerilog Design and UVM Verification training.
2021-2023
During the challenges brought on by COVID, a client formally honored us as a “Top Supplier” in 2023 and 2021—a testament to our commitment to excellence.
Today
We continue to provide the most advanced chip verification and design engineering services, enabling IP, and conducting extensive industry training.
Paradigm Works has worked with over 200 technology companies worldwide, successfully completing over 500 chip development projects and training over 10,000 engineers worldwide in verification and design.
Over the years, Paradigm Works has garnered significant accolades and achievements that underscore our position in the industry.
Our active participation and contributions to Accellera, IEEE, and industry conferences such as DVCon, DAC, DVClub, and more highlight our dedication to advancing industry standards and best practices. We've developed a flexible workforce model that caters to a wide range of client needs, from full turnkey solutions to team augmentation, ensuring customized support for every project.

Looking Into the Future
As Paradigm Works continues to grow, we remain dedicated to expanding our footprint in the US market, harnessing the potential of our union with Sunburst Design, and advancing our focus on high-quality chip verification and design services.