Data Center SoC Power Architect

Intel•Austin, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Intel is seeking a Data Center SoC Power Architect to help shape next-generation server and data center platforms. The role influences power, performance, and efficiency strategy for compute platforms supporting cloud, AI, enterprise, and high-performance computing workloads. Working across silicon, systems, firmware, and software, the architect drives innovations for performance per watt and scalable, energy-efficient solutions, from concept through silicon validation. This is a visible technical leadership position with opportunities to influence product roadmaps, define architectural capabilities, and guide cross-functional engineering teams. The position is part of Intel's Data Center Group, which develops technology solutions for cloud and enterprise infrastructure, with an emphasis on innovation, scalability, and efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field and 9 or more years of relevant experience; or a master's degree in a related technical field and 6 or more years; or a PhD in a related technical field and 4 or more years.
At least 3 years of experience in silicon architecture, including proficiency in power analysis.
At least 3 years of experience with industry-standard tools for simulation and validation of silicon designs.
At least 3 years of experience analyzing and optimizing complex systems for power, performance, and area constraints.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools for simulation and validation of silicon designs.
Proficiency in hardware description languages such as Verilog or VHDL.
An advanced degree or specialized certification in semiconductor design, compute architecture, or related disciplines.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating across diverse technical domains.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive technical innovation.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to convey ideas and build alignment across teams.

Responsibilities

Shape the architecture of next-generation server and data center platforms to improve performance, power efficiency, scalability, and reliability.
Partner with silicon design, validation, firmware, software, and systems engineering teams to turn architectural concepts into production-ready solutions.
Analyze cloud, AI, enterprise, and high-performance computing workloads to identify ways to improve performance per watt and customer value.
Lead power and performance modeling, architectural tradeoff studies, and validation efforts.
Drive development of power-management and system-optimization technologies across the hardware and software stack.
Resolve complex technical challenges, influence architectural decisions, and align stakeholders across organizations.
Provide technical leadership through architecture reviews, mentorship, technical specifications, and best practices.
Track emerging technologies, industry trends, and competitive advances to inform future server architecture roadmaps.