Pre-Silicon SoC Validation Engineer

Job Description

Come join Intel's Devices Development Group, responsible for creating Client SOCs. We envision the future of computing and design for the next generation of laptop and desktop computers.


We are looking for an experienced pre-Si validation engineer who is ready to research, design, develop, and test next generation Intel designs as we reimagine how to build SOCs at Intel and in the semiconductor industry.


Our bold purpose as a company is to 'create world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth' and this role is instrumental in furthering our mission to shape the future of technology.


In this exciting role, your responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Adding support for and debugging new features/IPs into existing emulation models
• Learning the architecture and microarchitecture by debugging failures to the root cause
• Developing high level (for example, C++/Python) modeling for RTL components
• Developing and utilizing various debug and validation tools and/or methodologies to implement validation plans with the goal being to ensure a solid design
• Building multiple emulation targets for an SoC
• Participating in the debug of failures on silicon and developing new testing strategies to detect these failures on RTL models
• System level validation tasks such as using evaluation boards and FPGAs

The ideal candidate should exhibit the following behavioral traits:

• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic and team oriented environment

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are required 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:

• Must have a BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering plus 4+ years of experience OR an MS plus 2+ years of experience
• 2+ years experience with reading and interpreting technical specs and Register Transfer Level (RTL) code.
• 2+ years experience with validation or testing experience, especially in a silicon design team.
• 2+ years experience with UNIX or Linux.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+years experience with IA-32 assembly and/or Verilog programming experience
• 2+years experience writing BFMs

Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.


Benefits at Intel

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to Intel Benefits | Intel Careers for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.

Inside this Business Group

The Client Computing Group (CCG) is responsible for driving business strategy and product development for Intel's PC products and platforms, spanning form factors such as notebooks, desktops, 2 in 1s, all in ones. Working with our partners across the industry, we intend to deliver purposeful computing experiences that unlock people's potential - allowing each person use our products to focus, create and connect in ways that matter most to them. As the largest business unit at Intel, CCG is investing more heavily in the PC, ramping its capabilities even more aggressively, and designing the PC experience even more deliberately, including delivering a predictable cadence of leadership products. As a result, we are able to fuel innovation across Intel, providing an important source of IP and scale, as well as help the company deliver on its purpose of enriching the lives of every person on earth.

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.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here.



Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US $139,710.00-$197,230.00
*Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience

Working Model

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.