Software Performance Engineer

Intel•Hillsboro, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Intel as a Software Performance Engineer to help optimize next-generation computing platforms. The role works across software and hardware layers to analyze, benchmark, and improve system performance, collaborating with engineers to identify optimization opportunities and develop solutions that help customers maximize the value of Intel technologies. The position focuses on software development, system performance, and technologies including AI, cloud computing, high-performance computing (HPC), and client platforms. The engineer optimizes cross-stack software and platform performance across technology segments; analyzes and benchmarks platform performance, including power, security, responsiveness, and system-level measurement methodologies; and develops KPIs and KEIs to evaluate performance. The role also collaborates with customers and partners as a trusted technical advisor, studies their software stacks to provide insights and influence Intel platform roadmaps, and applies software and hardware optimization expertise to create impactful solutions. This role is based on-site in Hillsboro, Oregon. The listed job type is College Grad, and the schedule is Shift 1.

Requirements

Master's degree expected by August 2027 in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
At least 3 months of educational or work experience.
Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java.
Experience with cross-stack software optimization concepts and methodologies.
Experience with hardware-software interactions.
Experience analyzing performance metrics and developing benchmarking tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Curiosity and a passion for learning new technologies.
Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality results.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Initiative and ownership in driving tasks to completion.
Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
Customer-focused mindset and interest in understanding real-world usage scenarios.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing KPIs/KEIs or system-level measurement methodologies.
Familiarity with Intel platforms and technologies.

Responsibilities

Optimize cross-stack software to enhance Intel platform performance across technology segments.
Analyze and benchmark platform performance, including power, security, responsiveness, and system-level measurement methodologies.
Develop KPIs and KEIs to evaluate platform performance and ensure measurable outcomes.
Collaborate with customers and partners as a trusted technical advisor to identify opportunities to showcase Intel technology.
Understand partner and customer software stacks, provide meaningful insights, and influence Intel platform roadmaps.
Apply software and hardware optimization expertise to drive innovation and create impactful solutions.