Senior CPU Design Verification Engineer

Intel; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel's All Cores Engineering (ACE) team is seeking a Senior CPU Design Verification Engineer to ensure architectural correctness and power-efficient performance for Atom CPU designs before silicon. This hands-on role has a direct impact on next‑generation cores and client platforms across edge and scalable solutions.

You will lead pre-silicon verification, develop and execute SystemVerilog/UVM testbenches, debug RTL/microarchitecture issues, and collaborate with CPU architects, RTL designers,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience or Master’s with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Design Verification methodologies using SystemVerilog, UVM, and industry-standard EDA tools.
• Pre-silicon verification of CPU, SoC, or complex IP designs.
• Preferred qualifications include debugging skills with SystemVerilog, C/C++, Linux-based simulation environments; Python or Perl scripting; RTL exposure; CPU microarchitecture understanding; system boot flows and low-power features.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-silicon functional verification of complex CPU and SoC logic to ensure architectural and microarchitectural compliance.
• Develop and execute verification plans, testbenches, and SystemVerilog/UVM environments with coverage closure.
• Define, run, and analyze system-level simulations to uncover functional, performance, power, and corner-case issues.
• Debug and root-cause RTL, microarchitecture, and integration issues; collaborate with design teams to drive resolution.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with CPU architects, RTL designers, power/performance teams, and physical design engineers to improve verification quality.
• Maintain, enhance, and scale verification infrastructure, methodologies, and automation.
• Document verification strategies, results, and findings; lead technical discussions and design reviews.

Skills

SystemVerilog

UVM

C/C++

Linux

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field

Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

EDA tools

SystemVerilog

UVM

Python scripting

Perl scripting

Job description

Do Something Wonderful

At Intel, we put silicon at the center of the world’s most meaningful innovations. From personal computing and AI to cloud‑scale data centers and edge platforms, our processors power technologies that touch billions of lives. If you’re passionate about building world‑class silicon at massive scale, we want to build the future with you.

Job Details

Job Description:

Do Something Wonderful

At Intel, we put silicon at the center of the world’s most meaningful innovations. From personal computing and AI to cloud‑scale data centers and edge platforms, our processors power technologies that touch billions of lives. If you’re passionate about building world‑class silicon at massive scale, we want to build the future with you.

The Team

You’ll join Intel’s All Cores Engineering (ACE) organization, the team responsible for designing and delivering Intel’s industry‑leading CPU cores. Within ACE, the Atom group focuses on high‑efficiency, performance‑per‑watt optimized cores that enable everything from client platforms to emerging edge and scalable solutions.

This is a hands‑on senior engineering role with direct impact on next‑generation CPU silicon.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior CPU Design Verification Engineer you will play a critical role in ensuring architectural correctness, functional robustness, and power‑efficient performance of Intel’s Atom CPU designs before first silicon.

Key Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To The Following

• Lead pre‑silicon functional verification of complex CPU and SoC logic to ensure full compliance with architectural and microarchitectural specifications.
• Develop and execute verification plans, testbenches, and SystemVerilog/UVM environments, ensuring comprehensive functional and coverage closure.
• Define, run, and analyze system‑level simulations to uncover functional, performance, power, and corner‑case issues.
• Debug and root‑cause complex RTL, microarchitecture, and integration issues; drive issues to resolution with design teams.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with CPU architects, RTL designers, power/performance teams, and physical design engineers to improve design quality and verification effectiveness.
• Influence architecture and microarchitecture definitions by providing early verification feedback and identifying design risks.
• Maintain, enhance, and scale verification infrastructure, methodologies, and automation.
• Document verification strategies, results, and findings; lead technical discussions and design reviews.

Behavioral Traits that we are looking

• Analytical Problem Solver: Approaches complex issues methodically, breaking down ambiguity and driving toward clear, data‑driven solutions.
• Collaborative Mindset: Thrives in cross‑functional environments, builds strong partnerships, and values diverse technical perspectives.
• Clear Communicator: Effectively articulates technical concepts, issues, and solutions to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Innovation‑Oriented: Continuously looks for ways to improve verification efficiency, coverage, and methodology at scale.
• Adaptability: Operates effectively in a fast‑paced environment with evolving priorities and technologies.

Why Intel

• Work on shipping silicon used at global scale
• Influence CPU architecture and microarchitecture decisions early in the design cycle
• Collaborate with some of the best silicon engineers in the industry
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and long‑term career growth within a world‑class engineering organization
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience. OR a Master’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.

Your Experience Listed Above Must Be In The Following

• Design Verification methodologies using SystemVerilog, UVM, and industry‑standard EDA tools
• Pre‑silicon verification of CPU, SoC, or complex IP designs

Preferred Qualifications And Experience

• Debugging skills with SystemVerilog, C/C++, and Linux‑based simulation environments
• Experience with Python or Perl scripting for automation and verification efficiency
• Exposure to RTL development and close interaction with design teams
• Understanding of CPU microarchitecture and computer architecture concepts
• Experience with system boot flows, power management, and low‑power features
• Familiarity with power/performance verification flows, including frequency, voltage, and low‑power state transitions

Job Type

Experienced Hire

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location

US, Texas, Austin

Additional Locations

US, Arizona, Phoenix

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: $122,440.00 - 232,190.00 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.