CPU Verification Engineer

Job Description Performs functional verification of CPU logic to ensure design will meet specification requirements. Develops IP verification plans, test benches, and the verification environment to ensure coverage to confirm to CPU microarchitecture specifications. Executes verification plans and defines and runs system simulation models to verify the design, analyze power and timing, and uncover bugs. Replicates, root causes, and debugs issues in the presilicon environment. Finds and implements corrective measures to resolve failing tests. Collaborates with CPU architects, RTL developers, and physical design teams to improve verification of complex architectural and microarchitectural features and to meet functional, performance, and power goals. Documents test plans and drives technical reviews of plans and proofs with design and architecture teams. Maintains and improves existing functional verification infrastructure and methodology. Participates in the definition of architecture and microarchitecture features of the CPU being designed actively. Qualifications What we need to see (Minimum Qualifications): Bachelor's in computer engineering or electrical engineering or STEM related degree plus 7+ years of relevant work experience OR Master's in computer engineering or electrical engineering or STEM related degree. 5+ years of experience in computer architecture, including specific areas of technical ownership/expertise relevant to CPUs. 5+ years of experience validation and debug experience such as test writing/generation, checker development, coverage analysis, failure debug, root cause analysis 3+ years' experience in at least one language: C/C++, Perl, Python, etc. How to Stand out (Preferred Qualifications): Advanced degree in computer engineering or electrical engineering or STEM related degree and 3+ years of experience in the following: Knowledge of Intel Architecture ISA and system architecture, x86 assembly language. Familiarity with software validation, including microcode, firmware, etc. Experience in post-silicon debug and analysis Intel or industry experience in micro-architecture, design or verification of CPU cores Experience with a hardware modeling language, such as Verilog, VHDL, or System Verilog and industry standard logic simulation tools Assembly language programming, code generation, or other low-level software experience. Validation environment development in C++, Verilog, System Verilog UVM/OVM Amazing Benefits Here at Intel, we invest in our people. Beyond health, dental, and retirement benefits, Intel's benefits package includes 14 paid holidays per calendar year, three weeks of paid vacation, and four-week paid sabbatical every four years of employment. Intel also offers employees five bonuses per year dependent on overall company and personal performance, and an employee stock purchase program. Find more information about our Amazing Benefits here: https://jobs.intel.com/benefits Inside this Business Group In the Design Engineering Group (DEG), we take pride in developing the best-in-class SOCs, Cores, and IPs that power Intel’s products. From development, to integration, validation, and manufacturing readiness, our mission is to deliver leadership products through the pursuit of Moore’s Law and groundbreaking innovations. DEG is Intel’s engineering group, supplying silicon to business units as well as other engineering teams. As a critical provider of all Intel products, DEG leadership has a responsibility to ensure the delivery of these products in a cost efficient and effective manner. Other Locations US, 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. 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. Working Model 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. In certain circumstances the work model may change to accommodate business needs. JobType Hybrid