Job Details: Job Description: Do Something Wonderful At Intel, we put silicon at the center of the world’s most meaningful innovations. From personal computing and AI to cloud-scale data centers and edge platforms, our processors power technologies that touch billions of lives. If you’re passionate about building world-class silicon at massive scale, we want to build the future with you.
The Team You’ll join Intel’s All Cores Engineering (ACE) organization,
the team responsible for designing and delivering Intel’s industry‑leading CPU cores. Within ACE, the Atom group focuses on high‑efficiency, performance‑per‑watt optimized cores that enable everything from client platforms to emerging edge and scalable solutions. This is a hands‑on senior engineering role with direct impact on next‑generation CPU silicon. What You’ll Do As a Senior CPU Design Verification Engineer you will play a critical role in ensuring architectural correctness, functional robustness, and power‑efficient performance of Intel’s Atom CPU designs before first silicon. Key
responsibilities include: Lead pre‑silicon functional verification of complex CPU and SoC logic to ensure full compliance with architectural and microarchitectural specifications. Develop and execute verification plans, testbenches, and SystemVerilog/UVM environments, ensuring comprehensive functional and coverage closure. Define, run, and analyze system‑level simulations to uncover functional, performance, power, and corner‑case issues. Debug and root‑cause complex RTL, microarchitecture, and integration issues; drive issues to resolution with design teams. Collaborate cross‑functionally with CPU architects, RTL designers, power/performance teams, and physical design engineers to improve design quality and verification effectiveness. Influence architecture and microarchitecture definitions by providing early verification feedback and identifying design risks. Maintain, enhance, and scale verification infrastructure, methodologies, and automation. Document verification strategies, results, and findings; lead technical discussions and design reviews. Behavioral Traits that we are looking; Analytical Problem Solver: Approaches complex issues methodically, breaking down ambiguity and driving toward clear, data-driven solutions. Collaborative Mindset: Thrives in cross-functional environments, builds strong partnerships, and values diverse technical perspectives. Clear Communicator: Effectively articulates technical concepts, issues, and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Innovation-Oriented: Continuously looks for ways to improve verification efficiency, coverage, and methodology at scale. Adaptability: Operates effectively in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities and technologies. Why Intel Work on shipping silicon used at global scale Influence CPU architecture and microarchitecture decisions early in the design cycle Collaborate with some of the best silicon engineers in the industry Competitive
compensation,
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Qualifications: You must possess the below minimum
qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred
qualifications are in addition to the minimum
requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Minimum
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience. OR a Master’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience. Your experience listed above must be in the following: Design Verification methodologies using SystemVerilog, UVM, and industry‑standard EDA tools Pre‑silicon verification of CPU, SoC, or complex IP designs Preferred
Qualifications Strong debugging skills with SystemVerilog, C/C++, and Linux‑based simulation environments Experience with Python or Perl scripting for automation and verification efficiency Exposure to RTL development and close interaction with design teams Understanding of CPU microarchitecture and computer architecture concepts Experience with system boot flows, power management, and low‑power features Familiarity with power/performance verification flows, including frequency, voltage, and low‑power state transitions Job Type: Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Texas, Austin Additional Locations: US, Arizona, Phoenix Business group: Silicon and Platform Engineering Group (SPE): Deliver breakthrough silicon and platform solutions that deliver industry-leading products today while also defining the next generation of computing experiences. Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A
Benefits We offer a total
compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the
benefits of working at Intel. Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $141,910.00-200,340.00 USD The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target
compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific
compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Work Model for this Role This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change. * ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter. Intel’s official careers website. Find your next job and take on projects that shape tomorrow’s technology.
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Salary
$141,910 - $200,340
Location
US, United States of America + 1 more
Experience
4+ years
Total raised
$2.5M
Last stage
Public
Investors
Robert Noyce
Co-Founder & CEO
Gordon Moore
Co-Founder & Chairman Emeritus
Andrew Grove
Co-Founder (Key Early Leader) & Former CEO
No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.
A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.
I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.
If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.