Soc Debug Engineer

Intel

Intel

Folsom, CA, USA · Hillsboro, OR, USA
USD 121,050-170,890 / year + Equity
Posted on Apr 18, 2025

Job Details:

Job Description:

Intel is shaping the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. Our work in pushing forward fields like AI, analytics, and cloud-to-edge technology is at the heart of countless innovations. With a career at Intel, you'll have the opportunity to use technology to power major breakthroughs and create enhancements that improve our everyday quality of life. Join us and help make the future more wonderful for everyone. Want to learn more? Visit our YouTube Channel or the links below.

Life at Intel

Diversity at Intel

CCG is a computing paradigm where services and data reside in scalable data centers, and those services and data can be accessed by any connected device over the Internet. Responsible for designing and optimizing processors, chipsets and other hardware for consumer devices while also working on the software ecosystem, including drivers and utilities that enhance user experience.

Intel is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Post-Silicon Validation Engineer to join our team and play a critical role in ensuring the quality and functionality of cutting-edge CPU products for laptops, desktops and gaming systems.

Welcome to CVE, the growth and enabling engine for Intel In this role , you will be self starter and great team player in validating silicon level IP modules that are offload accelerators for client computing markets.

You will work at the heart of innovation, contributing to the validation of complex CPU/SOC architectures and ensuring our products meet the highest standards of reliability and performance. Your responsibilities will include (but is not limited) to:

  • Develop and execute validation plans to verify CPU/SOC functionality, Power and thermal management across multiple silicon platforms.
  • Design, implement, and debug validation tests and methodologies for post-silicon environments.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, firmware, software, and manufacturing, to identify and resolve issues.
  • Analyze and debug CPU/SOC and system-level issues using advanced tools and methodologies.
  • Lead debug task forces to root-cause and resolve issues impacting program milestones.
  • Mentor junior validation engineers to aid in their technical development.
  • Drive validation automation, coverage improvement, and process efficiency for validation execution.
  • Work with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth integration and delivery of products to the market.

The Post-silicon Validation and Debug Engineer should possess the following attributes:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Willingness to prioritize multiple projects and work independently.
  • Willingness to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills

Qualifications:

This position will be an Individual Contributor role, which requires:

Minimum qualifications are required 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.


What we need to see (Minimum Qualifications):

· Bachelors with 2+ years’ experience or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field.

· 1+ years’ experience hands-on experience in electrical or pre/post silicon validation.

· 1+ years of experience with electrical or silicon validation tools and lab equipment (e.g., logic analyzers, oscilloscopes), and debugging techniques.

· 1+ years of experience in scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python, C/C++, or Perl) to develop validation test and tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Candidates with advanced degrees and 5+ years’ experience are encouraged to apply.

· Excellent post-silicon/emulation/FGPGA debug skills and problem-solving skills.

· Experience with power management, graphics, AI, Security, X86, and multimedia.

· Hands on experience with pre-silicon verification or Microarchitecture, particularly in CPU, SOC, or chipset domains.

· Familiarity with power and performance testing methodologies is plus.

· Experience with Intel architecture, silicon bring-up, and validation flow.

· Knowledge of firmware and software interaction with hardware.

· Familiarity with Intel architecture based Chipset Pre-Si and Post-Si platforms, products and solutions.

· Experience in handling various debug equipment such as JTAG, Logic Analyzer, high bandwidth real time/sampling oscilloscope, high frequency pulse/signal, power supply is an added advantage

Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.


Benefits at Intel

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to Intel Benefits | Intel Careers for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, California, Folsom

Additional Locations:

US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Business group:

The Client Computing Group (CCG) is responsible for driving business strategy and product development for Intel's PC products and platforms, spanning form factors such as notebooks, desktops, 2 in 1s, all in ones. Working with our partners across the industry, we intend to deliver purposeful computing experiences that unlock people's potential - allowing each person use our products to focus, create and connect in ways that matter most to them. As the largest business unit at Intel, CCG is investing more heavily in the PC, ramping its capabilities even more aggressively, and designing the PC experience even more deliberately, including delivering a predictable cadence of leadership products. As a result, we are able to fuel innovation across Intel, providing an important source of IP and scale, as well as help the company deliver on its purpose of enriching the lives of every person on earth.

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, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here:

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Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US:

$121,050.00-$170,890.00

Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience.

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.