Director, SoC Design Engineering

** Job Details:*
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* Job Description:

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* ** _The Role and Impact_*
* We are seeking a highly experienced a Director, SoC Design Engineering, to lead the functional verification efforts for cutting-edge system-on-chip (SoC) designs. In this strategic role, you will define and implement scalable and reusable verification methodologies that ensure first-pass silicon success. As a trusted domain expert, you will directly influence Intel's technical direction, mentor the next generation of engineers, and drive innovation that strengthens Intel's leadership in the semiconductor industry.

This position offers a tremendous opportunity to shape the quality and performance of Intel products, ensuring they meet and exceed the expectations of customers worldwide.

** _Key Responsibilities _*
* - Architect and define end-to-end SoC verification strategies, including simulation, emulation, and formal verification approaches, to validate complex SoC designs.

- Develop and execute block, subsystem, and SoC-level verification plans, including test benches and coverage models, to ensure compliance with microarchitecture specifications.

- Lead verification closure for critical interfaces, including AXI, ACE, CHI, and interconnect fabrics.

- Collaborate with SoC architects, RTL designers, and firmware teams to define verification hooks, assertions, and coverage metrics.

- Oversee the integration of multiple IPs such as PCIe Gen6/7, DDR5/6, and Ethernet into the SoC environment, driving verification success.

- Define and promote reusable UVM-based verification methodologies and automation flows for improved team productivity.

- Lead emulation and performance modeling efforts, including co-verification of digital designs with firmware and architectural simulations using advanced platforms like Palladium and Veloce.

- Debug and root cause complex issues in pre-silicon environments, implementing corrective measures to ensure design functionality and performance.

- Provide expert guidance and mentorship to technical leads and design verification engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

- Collaborate with post-silicon validation teams to incorporate learnings into future verification methodologies and infrastructure.

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* Qualifications:

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* ** _Minimum Qualifications _*
* - Bachelor's or BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, with 12+ years of relevant experience;

-5+ years of people management experience

- Expertise in System Verilog and UVM/OVM verification methodologies.

- Comprehensive knowledge of SoC microarchitecture, including coherency protocols, cache subsystems, and interconnect fabrics.

- Proven experience with high-speed protocols such as PCIe, DDR, AXI, CHI, or NoC.

- Hands-on experience with emulation and prototyping platforms (e.g., Palladium, Veloce, FPGA-based) and formal verification tools.

- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain verification environments, including scoreboards, monitors, and VIP integration.

** _Preferred Qualifications _*
* Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering +8 years work experience or PhD + 6 years in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering +6 years work experience

- Familiarity with power intent verification (UPF) and security verification techniques.

- Experience with AI/ML accelerators, custom interconnect fabrics, or Smart

NIC technologies.

- Strong scripting skills (Python, Perl, or TCL) to automate verification flows and regressions.

- Proven ability to drive pre-silicon to post-silicon correlation for continuous improvement.

- Exceptional analytical, debugging, and technical leadership abilities, with a passion for driving innovation and excellence.

Join us and make a lasting impact on Intel's groundbreaking technologies and products.

** Job Type:*
* Experienced Hire

** Shift:*
* Shift 1 (United States of America)

** Primary

Location:

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* US, California, Santa Clara

** Additional Locations:*
* US, Oregon, Hillsboro, US, Texas, Austin

** Business group:*
* The Central Engineering Group (CEG) is Intel's data-driven organization that builds scalable engineering solutions across three pillars:
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