CPU Verification Engineer

Intel Corporation • Austin, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Intel's Silicon Engineering Group as a CPU Design Verification Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the functional accuracy and performance of next-generation processor designs. In this role, you will collaborate with architects, RTL developers, and physical design teams to verify and validate cutting-edge CPU architectures that power millions of devices globally. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative solutions, refine industry-leading methodologies, and shape the future of computing. Take the next step in your career by joining a team where your contributions make a global impact. Apply today and help Intel engineer the future of technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a STEM-related field
• With at least 2+ years of work experience in: Computer architecture, including specific areas of technical ownership/expertise relevant to CPUs
• Hardware modeling languages, such as Verilog, VHDL, or System Verilog and industry standard logic simulation tools
• Validation and debug experience such as test writing/generation, checker development, coverage analysis, failure debug, root cause analysis
• At least one language: C/C++, Perl, Python, etc.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a STEM-related field
• Strong expertise in SystemVerilog for developing UVM-based testbenches
• Experience with Synopsys simulators (e.g., VCS), debug tools, and version control software such as GIT
• Familiarity with x86 architecture and assembly programming
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies and teamwork in cross-functional environments
• Exceptional analytical and debugging skills, and a creative approach to solving complex challenges

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive verification plans to validate CPU logic against architectural specifications
• Build scalable UVM-based testbenches and define robust functional coverage models
• Run system-level simulations to uncover design bugs and ensure functional integrity
• Debug and root-cause issues in the pre-silicon environment; implement corrective measures to resolve test failures
• Collaborate closely with CPU architects and RTL designers to verify complex architectural and microarchitectural features
• Maintain and improve existing verification infrastructure, methodologies, and flow automation
• Document verification strategies and lead technical reviews with design and architecture teams
• Contribute to the definition and refinement of CPU architecture and microarchitecture features to meet functional, performance, and power goals

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level