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CPU Validation Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$106 - $200/hr

... executes validation plans, and collaborates with other engineers for design optimization ... RTL Debugging at module level or soc level system simulation failures. * Knowledge of basic lab ...

$150 - $200/hr

RTL Debugging at module level or soc level system simulation failures. * Knowledge of basic lab ... executes validation plans, and collaborates with other engineers for design optimization ...

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Post Silicon Validation Engineer to join ... Perform deep-dive debug of silicon issues across RTL, firmware, and system levels. * Collaborate ...

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Post Silicon Validation Engineer to join ... Perform deep-dive debug of silicon issues across RTL, firmware, and system levels. * Collaborate ...

The Validation Engineer is responsible for pre- and post-silicon validation of mixed-signal ... Knowledge of RTL (SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHDL), FPGA tools, or Matlab * Familiarity with analog ...

Silicon Validation Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$174K - $225K/yr

Support ATE and Product Engineering. 40 hours/week. At Apple, base pay is one part of our total ... Performing RTL coding and creating RTL scripts for testing. Preferred Qualifications n/a

Silicon Validation Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$174K - $225K/yr

Support ATE and Product Engineering. 40 hours/week. At Apple, base pay is one part of our total ... Performing RTL coding and creating RTL scripts for testing.

Analyze issues across RTL, firmware, software, board, package, and silicon boundaries ... product engineering teams. * Define observability and debug requirements and improve validation ...

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Post Silicon Validation Engineer to join ... Perform deep-dive debug of silicon issues across RTL, firmware, and system levels. * Collaborate ...

The Silicon Validation Engineer will create test plans, runand analyzelab measurements, author ... Knowledge of RTL (SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHDL), FPGA tools, orMatlab * Familiarity with analog ...

Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and motivated Silicon Validation Firmware Engineer to develop ... Perform deep-dive debug of silicon issues spanning firmware, RTL, electrical, protocol, and system ...

Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and motivated Silicon Validation Firmware Engineer to develop ... Perform deep-dive debug of silicon issues spanning firmware, RTL, electrical, protocol, and system ...

Work closely with CPU RTL and DV teams to understand changes to our CPU designs and engineer test content for new CPU features. * Create CPU validation test plans, ensuring all key features are ...

The validation team works closely with architects, designers, verification engineers, software ... Basic RTL understanding and exposure to transistor power fundamentals. * Experience in silicon ...

ASIC Validation Engineer

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$185K - $250K/yr

Debug complex cross-domain issues spanning RTL, firmware, analog PHY, and package-level ... Collaborate with board design and test engineering teams on validation platforms, sockets, and ...

Develop test logic RTL to achieve intended validation/characterization test.* Drive new silicon ... Electrical Engineering degree with a strong desire to pursue an engineering career in Silicon ...

Description • Work closely with CPU RTL and DV teams to understand changes to our CPU designs and to engineer test content for new CPU features • Create CPU validation test plans, ensuring all ...

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CPU Validation Engineer

Austin, TX • On-site

Intel Corporation
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

$106 - $200/hr

Other

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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 147 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 162 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

Job Description

The world is transforming - and so is Intel. Intel is a company of bold and curious inventors and problem solvers who create some of the most astounding technology advancements and experiences in the world. With a legacy of relentless innovation and a commitment to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth, our diverse and brilliant teams are continually searching for tomorrow's technology and revel in the challenge that changing the world for the better brings. We work every single day to design and manufacture silicon products that empower people's digital lives. Come join us and do something wonderful.


Job Responsibilities

  • Defines, develops, and performs functional validation for CPUs, focusing on validation of the CPU internals and CPU integration in system level features for Intel performance and power efficient cores.

  • Applies various hardware and software level tools and techniques to ensure validation coverage and that performance, power, and area goals are met.

  • Reviews proposed design changes to assess impact on validation plans, tasks, and timelines.

  • Develops CPU validation methodologies and test plans, executes validation plans, and collaborates with other engineers for design optimization, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.

  • Applies knowledge of CPU core architecture, processor microarchitecture, and design.

  • Performs silicon debug to identify root causes and resolves all functional and triage failures for CPU issues.

  • Tests interactions between various CPU features using validation infrastructure.

  • Develops postsilicon validation infrastructure (e.g., performance monitors, behavioral checkers, state space coverage) and test environment used in validation testing.

  • Publishes CPU validation reports summarizing all validation activities performed, reviews results, and communicates to relevant teams.

  • Works with architecture, design, verification, board, platform, and manufacturing teams to maintain and improve debug, validation test strategy, methodologies, and processes for CPU interfaces and to meet desired product specifications.

  • Develops content to create or increase specific IP interactions using a variety of tools and techniques (including patching techniques using microcode, firmware, or custom OS builds).

  • Engages in all phases of the product life cycle, develops, and validates content and infrastructure, and bug hunts in multiple environments (simulation, emulation, FPGAs) to ensure silicon readiness.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field with 2+ years of relevant experience, OR Master's degree with 1+ years of experience, OR PhD with 0 years of experience with: Knowledge of CPU Architecture Courses in VLSI\Digital Design or related Knowledge of coding language like C/C++, Python


Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field, with demonstrated experience in CPU design, verification, or architecture

  • Verilog, System Verilog, and X86 assembly coding

  • Use of AI agents in your projects, college classes, or software development

  • Familiarity with RTL simulation and emulation environments.

  • RTL Debugging at module level or soc level system simulation failures.

  • Knowledge of basic lab hardware\equipment's like scope, power supply, etc.

  • Excellent analytical and debugging skills, with a creative approach to problem-solving

  • Effective collaboration skills to work across teams


Job Details

  • Job Type: Experienced Hire

  • Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

  • Primary Location: US, Texas, Austin

  • Additional Locations:


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N/A


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.


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

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $105,650.00-200,340.00 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.

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Intel strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art -- from semiconductor process development and manufacturing, through yield improvement to packaging, final test and optimization, and world class Supply Chain and facilities support. Employees in the Technology and Manufacturing Group are part of a worldwide network of design, development, manufacturing, and assembly/test facilities, all focused on utilizing the power of Moore's Law to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth

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Headquarters location

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Year founded

1968