Memory Firmware Engineer

Intel Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Hillsboro, Oregon, is seeking a Memory Firmware Engineer to develop firmware for memory subsystems, including initialization, training, calibration, and configuration. You will collaborate with architecture, RTL, and validation teams to deliver robust firmware across pre- and post-silicon stages.

Ideal candidates have C/C++ programming experience, embedded systems knowledge, and familiarity with firmware debugging and simulation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field plus 2+ years of 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance firmware for memory subsystem initialization, training, calibration, and configuration.
• Design firmware interfaces 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.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and validation activities for firmware quality.
• Support compliance with JEDEC standards and memory subsystem requirements.
• Analyze system behavior and identify opportunities to improve performance, stability, and functionality.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Memory firmware

Embedded systems

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Firmware debugging

Simulation tools

Job description

Job Details: Job Description: The Role and Impact Join Intel as a Memory Firmware Engineer and help develop the foundational firmware that enables next-generation computing platforms. In this role, you will contribute to firmware solutions supporting memory initialization, training, calibration, and validation for advanced memory technologies. Working alongside architecture, design, validation, and silicon engineering teams, you will help ensure memory subsystems operate reliably and efficiently across Intel platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer looking to develop expertise at the intersection of hardware and software.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and enhance firmware for memory subsystem initialization, training, calibration, and configuration.
• Design firmware interfaces that enable seamless interaction between hardware and software components.
• Support firmware integration in simulation and validation environments.
• Debug and resolve firmware issues in both 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.

Behavioral traits that we are looking for:

• Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Is curious and eager to learn new technologies.
• Communicates effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Takes ownership of assignments and follows through on commitments.
• Applies attention to detail when developing and validating solutions.
• Adapt …
• Adapts quickly in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Intel invests in our people and offers a complete and competitive package of benefits employees and their families through every stage of life. See Intel Benefits for more details.

Qualifications: You must possess the below minimum qualifications 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.

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Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Or a Master’s in the same field with 3+ months of educational 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.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• 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.

Why Join Us

At Intel's Silicon and Platform Engineering organization, you'll work alongside industry-leading engineers developing technologies that power the future of computing. You'll gain exposure to advanced memory architectures, firmware development practices, and silicon technologies while building a strong foundation for long-term technical growth.

Job Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro

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

Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $128,880.00-156,740.00 USD The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change. * 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.