What are the responsibilities and job description for the SoC Functional Validation Engineer position at Intel Corporation?
Job Description
Intel put the Silicon in Silicon Valley. No one else is this obsessed with engineering a brighter future. Every day, we create world changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth. So, if you have a big idea, let's do something wonderful together. Join us, because at Intel, we are building a better tomorrow. Want to learn more? Visit our YouTube Channel or the links below.
Life at Intel
Diversity at Intel
This role is within Intel’s Client Computing Group. CCG is a computing paradigm where services and data reside in scalable data centers, and those services and data can be accessed by any connected device over the Internet. Responsible for designing and optimizing processors, chipsets and other hardware for consumer devices while also working on the software ecosystem, including drivers and utilities that enhance user experience.
Intel is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Post-Silicon Validation Engineer to join our team and play a critical role in ensuring the quality and functionality of cutting-edge CPU/SOC products for laptops, desktops and gaming systems. You will work at the heart of innovation, contributing to the validation of complex CPU architectures and ensuring our products meet the highest standards of reliability and performance.
As a Post-Silicon Validation Engineer your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
What We Need To See (Minimum Qualifications)
Benefits At Intel
Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to Intel Benefits | Intel Careers for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.
Inside this Business Group
The everyday contributions of the Intel Validation Engineering (iVE) team are essential to retaining/regaining Intel's product leadership. We validate, debug, and tune the newest designs and world-changing technologies that enrich the lives of every person on earth. We play a critical role in completing the PRQs of Intel products and in Intel's ability to deliver the annual technology platforms in our roadmap.
Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US $121,050.00-$170,890.00
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
Intel put the Silicon in Silicon Valley. No one else is this obsessed with engineering a brighter future. Every day, we create world changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth. So, if you have a big idea, let's do something wonderful together. Join us, because at Intel, we are building a better tomorrow. Want to learn more? Visit our YouTube Channel or the links below.
Life at Intel
Diversity at Intel
This role is within Intel’s Client Computing Group. CCG is a computing paradigm where services and data reside in scalable data centers, and those services and data can be accessed by any connected device over the Internet. Responsible for designing and optimizing processors, chipsets and other hardware for consumer devices while also working on the software ecosystem, including drivers and utilities that enhance user experience.
Intel is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Post-Silicon Validation Engineer to join our team and play a critical role in ensuring the quality and functionality of cutting-edge CPU/SOC products for laptops, desktops and gaming systems. You will work at the heart of innovation, contributing to the validation of complex CPU architectures and ensuring our products meet the highest standards of reliability and performance.
As a Post-Silicon Validation Engineer your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and execute validation plans to verify CPU/SOC functionality, Power and thermal management across multiple silicon platforms.
- Design, implement, and debug validation tests and methodologies for post-silicon environments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, firmware, software, and manufacturing, to identify and resolve issues.
- Analyze and debug CPU/S and system-level issues using advanced tools and methodologies, ensuring timely root-cause analysis.
- Drive validation automation, coverage improvement, and process efficiency for validation execution.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the willingness to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent problem-solving and debugging.
Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
What We Need To See (Minimum Qualifications)
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 1 years of experience in post-silicon validation, particularly in CPU, SoC, or chipset domains.
- 6 months experience with CPU architecture, microarchitecture, or Power Management flows.
- 6 months experience in silicon validation tools, lab equipment (e.g., logic analyzers, oscilloscopes), and debugging techniques.
- 6 months experience in scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python, C/C , or Perl) to develop validation tools and frameworks.
- 3 years’ experience with Intel architecture, silicon bring-up, and validation flow.
- Knowledge of firmware and software interaction with hardware.
- 3 years’ experience with CPU architecture, debug features, microarchitecture, and Power Management flows.
- 3 years’ experience in silicon validation tools, lab equipment (e.g., logic analyzers, oscilloscopes), and debugging techniques.
- Familiarity with power and performance testing methodologies.
Benefits At Intel
Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to Intel Benefits | Intel Careers for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.
Inside this Business Group
The everyday contributions of the Intel Validation Engineering (iVE) team are essential to retaining/regaining Intel's product leadership. We validate, debug, and tune the newest designs and world-changing technologies that enrich the lives of every person on earth. We play a critical role in completing the PRQs of Intel products and in Intel's ability to deliver the annual technology platforms in our roadmap.
Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US $121,050.00-$170,890.00
- Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
Salary : $121,050 - $170,890
