Compiler Engineer

Intel Corporation; Toronto; Remote; CAD 155,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation is seeking a Compiler Engineer to help advance its open-source compiler stack, contributing features for the latest language standards and collaborating with the clang community.

The role focuses on developing and enhancing compiler components within the LLVM framework, with a strong emphasis on performance, scalability, and cross-target support in a remote/Canada context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in CS/Math with several years of programming and compiler work.
• Experience in C/C++, OO programming, and data structures.
• Hands-on compiler development and open-source contributions.
• Core LLVM expertise including optimization passes, code generation, or frontend integration.

Responsibilities

• Work on Intel's open-source compiler stack and contribute features.
• Develop new features to support the latest language standards.
• Collaborate upstream with the clang open-source community to deliver robust solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex compiler issues and improve performance across targets.

Skills

C/C++ expertise

Compiler development

Open-source contributions

Clang/LLVM experience

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

LLVM framework

Clang

oneAPI

Job description

Job Details: Job Description: The world is transforming - and so is Intel. Intel is a company of bold and curious inventors and problem solvers who create some of the most astounding technology advancements and experiences in the world. With a legacy of relentless innovation and a commitment to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth, our diverse and brilliant teams are continually searching for tomorrow's technology and revel in the challenge that changing the world for the better brings. We work every single day to design and manufacture silicon products that empower people's digital lives. Come join us and do something wonderful. SPECIAL NOTE - Intel is in the process of securing office space in the greater metropolitan area of Toronto, Ontario. This office will serve as your assigned work location in the future. Once the site is operational, your position will follow Intel’s hybrid work model, which currently requires on-site presence at least four days per week. Until the office is ready, you will be classified as a remote employee and will be working virtually from the greater metropolitan area of Toronto, Ontario.

Join Us in Shaping the Future At Intel, we are building the next generation of software innovation through the oneAPI software stack, a unified programming model designed to unlock the full potential of heterogeneous computing. Our team is at the forefront of enabling developers worldwide to harness CPUs, GPUs, and accelerators with cutting‑edge tools, libraries, and compilers. By joining us, you'll contribute to an open ecosystem that drives performance, scalability, and portability across diverse architectures-empowering breakthroughs in AI, HPC, and beyond. If you're passionate about transforming how the world computes and want to work on technology that truly matters, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

The Team

The Intel Compiler Engineering Team is a high performing team responsible for the industry‑leading LLVM‑based Intel C, C++, SYCL, and Fortran Compilers. The team consists of leaders in the LLVM community. We are continually pushing the boundaries of compiler technology in support of providing maximally useful and performant compilers for all of Intel's processor platforms, both CPU and GPUs.

Position Overview

We are hiring a Compiler Engineer to work on Intel's open‑source compiler stack. You will work on the development of new features that will enable the latest language standards. This work will enable you to collaborate upstream with the members of the clang open‑source community, collaborating industry wide to deliver the best solutions. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive on diving deep into complex problems and collaborating broadly when needed. Curiosity is a must.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Informatics or a related technical discipline and 5+ years of experience OR Master's in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Informatics or related technical fields and 3+ years of experience.
• Experience in C/C++, object‑oriented programming, and data structures.
• Hands‑on compiler development experience.
• Demonstrated history of technical contributions to open‑source projects.
• Demonstrated history of technical contributions to Clang (commit history, patches, reviews) Core LLVM expertise including hands‑on experience building compilers or compiler components using the LLVM framework, including optimization passes, code generation, or frontend integration.
• Strong problem‑solving and debugging skills, ability to proactively pursue solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intermediate-level C/C++with deep understanding of language constructs.
• oneAPI, or other similar vendor toolchain development.
• Participation in standards committees (C, C++, Khronos, etc.)

Job Type: Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (Canada) Primary Location: Virtual Canada Additional Locations:

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.

Position of Trust N/A

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in Canada CAD 155,888.00-220,069.00 Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience.

Work Model for this Role

This role is available as a fully home‑based and generally would require you to attend Intel sites only occasionally based on business need. However, you must live and work from the country specified in the job posting, in which Intel has a legal presence. Due to legal regulations, remote work from any other country is unfortunately not permitted. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

Canada Accommodation

Intel is committed to a culture of accessibility. Intel provides accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Find information and request accommodation here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter. Intel’s official careers website.

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