Senior CPU Design Verification Engineer

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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.

You’ll join Intel’s All Cores Engineering (ACE) organization, 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.

Senior CPU Design Verification Engineer (hands‑on senior engineering role with direct impact on next‑generation CPU silicon).

• 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, test benches, and System Verilog/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.

• Analytical Problem Solver:
  Approach complex issues methodically, breaking down ambiguity and driving toward clear, data‑driven solutions.
• Collaborative Mindset:
  Thrive in cross‑functional environments, build strong partnerships, and value diverse technical perspectives.
• Clear Communicator:
  Effectively articulate technical concepts, issues, and solutions to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Innovation‑Oriented:
  Continuously look for ways to improve verification efficiency, coverage, and methodology at scale.
• Adaptability:
  Operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment with evolving priorities and technologies.

• 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, benefits, and long‑term career growth within a world‑class engineering organization.
• See Intel Benefits for more details.

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.
• Design Verification methodologies using System Verilog, UVM, and industry‑standard EDA tools.
• Pre‑silicon verification of CPU, SoC, or complex IP designs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong debugging skills with System Verilog, 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).

Posting Statement
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