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Job Description:
Embark with us on a journey of growth and transformation as we create exceptionally engineered technology and bring AI everywhere. As a valued team member, your adaptability and attention to detail will contribute to our drive for results and relentless pursuit of quality, ensuring we meet our customers' needs with precision.
Join us and build on our legacy of innovation and collaboration as we deliver world-changing technology that improves the life of every person on the planet.
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As a GPU Design Verification Engineer, you will play a critical role in defining and ensuring the quality of Intel's advanced graphics solutions. Your expertise will contribute to creating GPUs that power millions of devices globally and drive innovation in computing across integrated, discrete, and AI-based graphics products. Working at the forefront of cutting-edge technology, you will collaborate with world-class engineers, architects, and designers to ensure robust verification of complex graphics features. This is an exciting opportunity to make a measurable impact on Intel's mission to deliver industry-leading graphics solutions that redefine user experiences.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform functional verification of graphics logic components, including 3D graphics, media, and display, ensuring designs meet specification requirements.
• Develop scalable and reusable IP verification plans and test benches to confirm graphics microarchitecture specifications.
• Define and execute verification plans, running system simulation models to identify bugs, analyze power and timing, and verify design functionality.
• Replicate, root cause, and debug issues in pre-silicon environments while implementing corrective measures to resolve failing tests.
• Collaborate with GPU architects, RTL developers, and physical design teams to enhance verification processes, meeting functional, performance, and power goals.
• Document test plans, driving technical reviews with design and architecture teams.
• Maintain and optimize existing functional verification infrastructure and methodologies.
• Participate in the definition and development of verification infrastructure and related tools for functional design verification.

Qualifications:
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Experience would be obtained through a combination of prior education level classes, and current level school classes, projects, research, and relevant previous job and/or internship experience.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field and at least 6+ years of experience OR a Master's degree in the mentioned fields with 4+ years of experience in silicon design development, frontend validation methodologies, simulation environment development (testbench, checker), and simulation/emulation debugging.
• Proficiency in functional and code coverage closures.
• Expertise in hardware simulation and validation tools, with strong technical proficiency in C/C++/Python and SystemVerilog.
• Familiarity with IP validation tools, processes, and protocols.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with OVM/UVM-based test benches and formal verification tools.
• Deep knowledge of graphics architecture and designs, with an understanding of microarchitectural features.
• Strong team collaboration skills, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.
• Desire to work on high-impact projects that challenge and expand your technical capabilities.

Take the next step in your career and join a team where innovation, collaboration, and growth are part of the daily experience. Apply now to make a meaningful impact and drive the future of technology at Intel.
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Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, California, Folsom
Additional Locations:
US, California, Santa Clara
Business group:
At the Data Center Group (DCG), we're committed to delivering exceptional products and delighting our customers. We offer both broad-market Xeon-based solutions and custom x86-based products, ensuring tailored innovation for diverse needs across general-purpose compute, web services, HPC, and AI-accelerated systems. Our charter encompasses defining business strategy and roadmaps, product management, developing ecosystems and business opportunities, delivering strong financial performance, and reinvigorating x86 leadership. Join us as we transform the data center segment through workload driven leadership products and close collaboration with our partners.
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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Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $164,470.00-269,100.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.