CPU Verification Engineer

Intel Corporation•Austin, TX

1d•$105,650 - $200,340•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.

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