Memory Firmware Engineer

Intel Corporation•Hillsboro, OR

6d•$128,880 - $156,740•Hybrid

About The Position

Intel is seeking a Memory Firmware Engineer to develop firmware supporting memory initialization, training, calibration, validation, and configuration for next-generation computing platforms and advanced memory technologies. The role works with architecture, design, validation, and silicon engineering teams to help ensure Intel platform memory subsystems operate reliably and efficiently. It offers an early-career engineer the opportunity to build expertise spanning hardware and software. The engineer will develop firmware and hardware-software interfaces, support integration in simulation and validation environments, and debug issues in pre-silicon and post-silicon settings. The role also involves collaboration across engineering teams, participation in code reviews and testing, compliance with JEDEC standards and memory requirements, and analysis of system behavior to improve performance, stability, and functionality. The position is based in Hillsboro, Oregon, and is eligible for Intel’s hybrid work model, combining on-site work at the assigned Intel site with off-site work. The listed annual target compensation range is $128,880–$156,740 USD across U.S. locations; individual pay depends on location and other factors. Intel describes its compensation package as including competitive pay, stock bonuses, and health, retirement, and vacation benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline and 2+ years of relevant experience; or a master’s degree in the same fields and 3+ months of educational experience through internships, research, academic projects, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience programming in C and/or C++.
Basic understanding of computer architecture, embedded systems, or low-level software development.
Knowledge of firmware debugging, software testing, or simulation methodologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Curiosity and eagerness to learn new technologies.
Effective communication and ability to work collaboratively.
Ownership of assignments and follow-through on commitments.
Attention to detail when developing and validating solutions.
Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to memory technologies such as DDR, LPDDR, HBM, or related memory architectures.
Familiarity with memory controllers, memory training concepts, or hardware-software interfaces.
Experience with silicon validation, firmware validation, or hardware debugging.
Knowledge of JEDEC standards.
Experience using debugging, emulation, or simulation tools.
Coursework or project experience involving embedded systems, firmware development, or computer architecture.

Responsibilities

Develop and enhance firmware for memory subsystem initialization, training, calibration, and configuration.
Design firmware interfaces that enable interaction between hardware and software components.
Support firmware integration in simulation and validation environments.
Debug and resolve firmware issues in pre-silicon and post-silicon environments.
Collaborate with architecture, RTL design, verification, and validation teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
Participate in code reviews, testing, and validation activities to ensure firmware quality and reliability.
Support compliance with JEDEC standards and memory subsystem requirements.
Analyze system behavior and identify opportunities to improve performance, stability, and functionality.