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Silicon SoC Architect

Job in Santa Clara, Santa Clara County, California, 95053, USA
Listing for: Intel Corporation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-10
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Hardware Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 220920 - 361480 USD Yearly USD 220920.00 361480.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Details:

Job Description:

The Role and Impact

As a Principal Engineer specializing in Silicon SoC Architecture at Intel, you will be at the forefront of designing and driving next-generation System-on-Chip (SoC) architectures that define the future of datacenter and agentic computing. This is a role of strategic importance, where your expertise will shape the technological direction of Intel and influence the industry  will lead the end-to-end architecture and development of modular, scalable, and highly optimized SoCs that serve the needs of diverse segments, from high-performance computing to ultra-low power solutions.

By innovating new architectural approaches and mentoring other technical leaders, you will play a pivotal role in delivering leadership solutions that power the world's most impactful technologies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Define and develop end-to-end SoC architectures, including hardware, firmware, and functional specifications, to meet connectivity, configuration, performance, timing, power, and area goals.
  • Drive the evaluation, integration, and optimization of existing IP blocks into new SoCs, defining gaskets or glue logic as necessary.
  • Explore and implement novel architectural features for next-generation products, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable designs.
  • Develop, execute, and analyze tests, test plans, and testing infrastructure to validate new architectures and features, using advanced statistics and data analysis to benchmark performance and identify improvements.
  • Collaborate with architects, design engineers, system engineers, and verification engineers to ensure seamless SoC design and address development constraints.
  • Review and influence cross-functional roadmaps, define technology targets, and contribute to the long-term innovation strategy for future SoCs.
  • Act as a domain expert, providing technical leadership across the organization and the industry.
  • Mentor and develop other technical leaders while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in alignment with Intel's core values.
Qualifications
  • Minimum Qualifications:

    Bachelor's or BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, with 12+ years of experience.
  • OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, with 8+ years of experience.
  • OR PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, with 6+ years of experience.
  • Preferred Qualifications:

    Demonstrated track record of innovation, including conceptualizing and specifying advanced microarchitectures for future products.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and contributing to technical strategies.
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills to develop leadership within the organization.
  • Expertise in benchmarking, performance analysis, and advanced statistical modeling.
  • Knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in computing, with a strategic vision for the evolution of SoC architectures.
Job Type

Experienced Hire

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location

US, California, Santa Clara

Additional Locations
  • US, California, Folsom
  • US, Colorado, Fort Collins
  • US, Massachusetts, Beaver Brook
  • US, Oregon, Hillsboro
  • US, Texas, Austin
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

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