SoC Debug​/Post-Silicon PnP Validation Engineer

Position: SoC Debug / Post-Silicon PnP Validation Engineer
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* Job Description:

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* ** About the Role*
* Intel is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented  
** SoC Debug / Post-Silicon*
* ** PnP*
* ** Validation Engineer
** to join our Silicon Architecture diverse team, where innovation meets execution. In this role, you will work on cutting-edge technologies, performing comprehensive power and performance validation, low-level debug tasks, and complex analysis at the SoC level for Intel products.

Your expertise and contributions will help identify and resolve critical issues, improve validation methodologies, and ensure the reliability and performance of our industry-leading products. This role has a direct impact on Intel's success by driving advancements in design for debug (DFD) tools, power validation scripts, and methodologies, ultimately delivering world-class solutions that power the future of computing.

** What You'll Do*
* ** Key responsibilities will include but not limited to**  **:*
* + Execute comprehensive power and performance (PnP) validation for systems, subsystems, and SoC-level components, applying advanced problem-solving and analytical techniques

+ Develop and implement innovative design for debug (DFD) tools, automation scripts, and validation strategies to optimize power and performance debug processes

+ Conduct thorough root cause analysis to resolve complex triage failures, power marginality issues, and performance bottlenecks, ensuring product quality and reliability

+ Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, validation teams, and high-volume manufacturing partners, to support SoC debug readiness and issue resolution

+ Formulate comprehensive debug requirements and validation strategies for new product features at the system level, ensuring alignment with architectural and performance objectives

+ Design, develop, and execute test methodologies to validate new device functionalities, power states, and performance characteristics while ensuring seamless integration into existing systems

+ Utilize advanced scripting and automation techniques to process large datasets, enabling efficient analysis and optimization of SoC power and performance metrics

+ Drive continuous improvement by staying current on industry trends and best practices in SoC validation, power management, and performance optimization

** Behavioral traits that we are looking for:*
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** Analytical Thinking:
** Ability to break down complex technical problems and identify root causes

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** Ownership & Accountability:
** Takes initiative and drives issues to resolution

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* Collaboration:

** Works effectively across teams and disciplines in a fast-paced environment

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** Adaptability:
** Comfortable working with evolving technologies and ambiguous problem spaces

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** Attention to Detail:
** Maintains rigor when debugging and validating complex systems

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** Continuous Learning Mindset:
** Actively seeks to expand technical expertise and stay current with industry trends

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** Effective Communication:
** Clearly communicates technical findings to diverse audiences

Intel invests in our people and offers a complete and competitive package of benefits employees and their families through every stage of life.

See  Intel Benefits ()  for more details.

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* Qualifications:

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

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* ** For information on Intel's immigration sponsorship guidelines, please see*
* Intel U.S. Immigration Sponsorship Information ()

** Minimum Qualifications and Experience** :

Bachelor's degree Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mathematics or in any  STEM field with 3+ years of experience.  Or a Masters in the same field with 6 + months of educational or work experience.

You must the experience listed above in the following;

+ SoC debug, validation platforms, or equivalent technical roles

+ Scripting languages such as Python for automation and data analysis

+ SoC design, architecture, and microarchitecture fundamentals

+ Debugging tools, defect triaging, and system-level root cause analysis

** Preferred Qualifications and Experience** :

+ Familiarity with power management concepts, including PPM, P-states, and C-states

+ Experience in using power measurement tools such as NIDAQ-Intec and thermal control equipment

+ Knowledge of performance benchmarks and power-performance characterization methodologies

** Job Type:*
* Experienced Hire

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

** Primary

Location:

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* US, California, Folsom

** Additional Locations:*
* US, California, San Jose, US, Oregon, Hillsboro

** Business group:*
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