Lead Simulation Architect

Intel Corporation; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation seeks a highly technical Lead Simulation Architect/Engineer for the AI SOC group in Bengaluru. You will architect and deliver next‑generation simulation/virtual‑platform solutions for multi‑gen AI SoCs, establishing strategy and driving development with deep expertise.

Strong C++/Python skills and AI tooling are essential. The role demands leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to enable early software development through world‑class virtual platforms and

Qualifications

• MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 10+ years of experience.
• PhD with 7+ years in simulation models, virtual-platforms, and performance modeling.
• Experience in SoC development, AI software stack, and collaboration with software teams.
• Proficient in C/C++ and Python, with strong build-system knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of next‑gen simulation/virtual‑platforms for AI SOC.
• Establish strategy, methodology, and standards for pre‑silicon environments.
• Collaborate with software and verification teams to enable early software development.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python scripting

SoC simulation

AI software stack

GitHub Copilot

Education

MS in EE/CS

PhD in related field

Tools

Build systems

Job description

Job Description

Intel is seeking a highly technical Lead Simulation Architect/Engineer for the AI SOC group. In this technical leadership role, you will architect and deliver next‑generation simulation / virtual‑platform solution for System‑on‑chip for multiple generations of Artificial Intelligence products. You will establish strategy and methodology, drive technical development with deep expertise, and deliver first‑pass silicon success through best‑in‑class virtual‑platform to enable early software development. This role requires exceptional technical depth across computer‑architecture, programming in C++ and python, including usage of advanced AI coding tools like github co‑pilot for development and verification on IP models.

Qualifications

• MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, with 10+ years of relevant experience
• Ph.D with 7+ years in developing simulation models, virtual‑platforms, and performance models for architecture, micro‑architecture and early software enabling.
• Demonstrated experience in subsystem and SoC‑level development, analysis and understanding of AI software stack.
• Advanced hands‑on coding proficiency across software programming languages (C/C++), scripting (Python), and build systems; established track record of developing and delivering highly configurable and reusable software collateral
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with software and verification teams
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a proven track record of delivering on‑time, high‑quality pre‑silicon development environments and establishing technical standards.

Job Details

Job Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 1 (India)

Primary Location: India, Bangalore

Additional Locations:

Position of Trust: N/A

Work Model for this Role: 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.

Equal Opportunity 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.