Senior SoC Design Verification Engineer

Intel; Folsom (CA); Hybrid; USD 164,470 - 269,100; Full time

Job summary

Intel seeks a Senior SoC Design Verification Engineer to lead verification for cutting-edge client compute and AI silicon. You will shape verification strategy, develop reusable environments, and collaborate with RTL, architecture, and validation teams to ensure high quality, secure, and performant products.

In this senior role, you will mentor engineers, refine methodologies, and drive continuous improvement while delivering breakthrough Intel silicon to market. Hybrid on-site work in the US.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of SoC verification, test planning, implementation, and debug.
• Proficiency with SystemVerilog, OVM/UVM methodologies, and SoC test environments.
• Experience debugging and root-cause analysis in pre-silicon environments.
• Experience with hardware simulation tools and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of system/SoC/microarchitecture concepts and verification environments.
• Ability to develop scalable, reusable verification environments and collaborate with RTL designers.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional logic verification of integrated SoCs to ensure designs meet specifications.
• Define and develop scalable block, subsystem, and SoC verification plans, test benches, and environments.
• Execute verification plans using emulation and system simulation models to analyze power, performance, and functionality.
• Identify, replicate, root cause, and debug issues in pre-silicon environments, implementing corrective measures.
• Collaborate with SoC architects, microarchitects, RTL developers, post-silicon teams, and physical design teams.
• Develop and execute security-focused test plans to ensure security coverage during regression and debugging.
• Maintain and improve existing verification infrastructure and methodologies for future products.
• Incorporate post-silicon learnings to update test plans for future projects.
• Document test plans and conduct technical reviews with design and architecture teams.

Skills

SoC verification

SystemVerilog/UVM

Debugging & root-cause analysis

Hardware simulation

SoC architecture concepts

Verification environment development

RTL collaboration

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Master's degree or PhD (preferred)

Tools

Python scripting

DFT tools

Job description

About The Role

As a Senior SoC Design Verification Engineer, you will lead verification efforts for complex system-on-chip (SoC) designs that enable Intel's next generation of client computing and AI technologies. You will drive verification strategy, architecture, methodology development, and execution across block, subsystem, and SoC-level verification environments. Working closely with architects, RTL designers, security engineers, and validation teams, you will help ensure industry-leading quality, functionality, security, and performance of Intel silicon products. In this highly visible role, you will influence verification methodologies, mentor engineers, and contribute to the continuous improvement of Intel's verification practices while helping deliver innovative products to market.

What You’ll Do

Key responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Perform functional logic verification of integrated SoCs to ensure designs meet specifications.
• Define and develop scalable, reusable block, subsystem, and SoC verification plans, test benches, and verification environments.
• Execute verification plans using emulation and system simulation models to analyze power, performance, and functionality.
• Identify, replicate, root cause, and debug issues in the pre-silicon environment, implementing corrective measures to resolve failing tests.
• Collaborate with SoC architects, microarchitects, RTL developers, post-silicon teams, and physical design teams to enhance verification methodologies.
• Develop and execute security-focused test plans to ensure security coverage during regression and debug testing.
• Maintain and improve existing functional verification infrastructure and methodologies for future products.
• Incorporate learning from post-silicon validation to identify gaps and update test plans to improve coverage for subsequent projects.
• Document test plans and conduct technical reviews with design and architecture teams.

Behavioral Traits We Are Looking For

• Strong technical leadership and the ability to influence verification strategy and methodology.
• Demonstrated ownership with a proven track record of driving complex technical issues to resolution.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical thinking, and root-cause debugging skills.
• Strong collaboration and partnership skills across globally distributed and cross-functional teams.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
• Passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
• Commitment to mentoring and developing engineers while fostering a collaborative team 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.

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

You must have 8+ years of experience in the following:

• SoC verification, including test planning, implementation, and debug.
• System Verilog, OVM or UVM methodologies, and SoC test environment/VC development.
• Debugging and root cause analysis in pre-silicon environments.
• Experience with hardware simulation tools and methodologies.
• System architecture, SoC architecture, and microarchitecture concepts.
• Developing scalable, reusable, and maintainable verification environments.
• Working closely with RTL designers and architects to verify complex digital designs.

Preferred Qualifications And Experience

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with low-power design and verification techniques.
• Python and scripting for automation of verification tasks.
• Design for Test (DFT) tools and techniques.

Why Join Us

At Intel, you will help shape the future of AI-enabled client computing and next-generation silicon technologies used by millions of people worldwide. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge SoC architectures, gain end-to-end product exposure, influence verification strategy, and collaborate with some of the industry's leading architects and engineering teams. Beyond technical challenges, this role offers meaningful opportunities to expand your leadership impact, mentor engineers, and contribute to innovative products that define the future of computing.

Job Type

Experienced Hire

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location

US, California, Folsom

Additional Locations

US, California, Santa Clara

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: $164,470.00 - 269,100.00 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.

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