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CPU Verification Engineer

Posted Aug 5, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$105.7K – $200.3K/yr
Location
Austin, Texas, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, or PhD with 6+ months of...
Education
Degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field
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Role Summary

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The CPU Design Verification Engineer will join Intel's Silicon Engineering Group to verify and validate next-generation CPU architectures. The role works with architects, RTL developers, and physical design teams to support functional accuracy, performance, and power goals for processor designs.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and execute verification plans for CPU logic against architectural specifications
  • Build UVM-based testbenches and define functional coverage models
  • Run system-level simulations to identify design bugs and verify functional integrity
  • Debug and root-cause pre-silicon issues and implement corrective measures
  • Collaborate with CPU architects and RTL designers on architectural and microarchitectural features
  • Maintain verification infrastructure, methodologies, and flow automation

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, or PhD with 6+ months of relevant experience; degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field. Strong expertise in SystemVerilog for UVM-based testbenches; proficiency in Python or Perl; experience with C++; knowledge of CPU architecture and microarchitecture, timing analysis, power optimization, and design verification or validation in semiconductor engineering.

Required

  • Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, or PhD with 6+ months of...
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field
  • SystemVerilog for developing UVM-based testbenches
  • Python or Perl for test automation and debugging
  • C++ programming
  • CPU architecture and microarchitecture fundamentals, including timing analysis and power optimization
  • Experience in design verification, validation, or related semiconductor engineering roles with an emphasis on CPU architecture

Preferred

  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related STEM field
  • Experience with Synopsys simulators such as VCS
  • Experience with debug tools and version control software such as GIT
  • Familiarity with x86 architecture and assembly programming
  • Knowledge of agile development methodologies and teamwork in cross-functional environments
  • Exceptional analytical and debugging skills
  • Creative approach to solving complex challenges

Original job description

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Job Details:

Job Description: 

Join Intel's Silicon Engineering Group as a CPU Design Verification Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the functional accuracy and performance of next-generation processor designs.

In this role, you will collaborate with architects, RTL developers, and physical design teams to verify and validate cutting-edge CPU architectures that power millions of devices globally. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative solutions, refine industry-leading methodologies, and shape the future of computing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute comprehensive verification plans to validate CPU logic against architectural specifications

  • Build scalable UVM-based testbenches and define robust functional coverage models

  • Run system-level simulations to uncover design bugs and ensure functional integrity

  • Debug and root-cause issues in the pre-silicon environment; implement corrective measures to resolve test failures

  • Collaborate closely with CPU architects and RTL designers to verify complex architectural and microarchitectural features

  • Maintain and improve existing verification infrastructure, methodologies, and flow automation

  • Document verification strategies and lead technical reviews with design and architecture teams

  • Contribute to the definition and refinement of CPU architecture and microarchitecture features to meet functional, performance, and power goals

Take the next step in your career by joining a team where your contributions make a global impact. Apply today and help Intel engineer the future of technology.

Qualifications:

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

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, or PhD with 6+ months of relevant experience

  • Degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field

Years of relevant experience include at least one or two of the following:

  • Strong expertise in SystemVerilog for developing UVM-based testbenches

  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Perl for test automation and debugging

  • Experience in programming with C++ and knowledge of validation strategies based on architectural insights

  • Solid understanding of CPU architecture and microarchitecture fundamentals, including timing analysis and power optimization

  • Experience in design verification, validation, or related semiconductor engineering roles, with an emphasis on CPU architecture


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related STEM field

  • Experience with Synopsys simulators (e.g., VCS), debug tools, and version control software such as GIT

  • Familiarity with x86 architecture and assembly programming

  • Knowledge of agile development methodologies and teamwork in cross-functional environments

  • Exceptional analytical and debugging skills, and a creative approach to solving complex challenges

For information on Intel’s immigration sponsorship guidelines, please see Intel U.S. Immigration Sponsorship Information

          

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: 

US, Texas, Austin

Additional Locations:

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.

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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: $105,650.00-200,340.00 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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Intel Corporation is a global leader in computing innovation, renowned for its advanced semiconductor manufacturing and technology solutions. Founded in 1968, the company is primarily known for developing microprocessors that power a vast range of computing devices, from personal computers to data centers. With a strong commitment to research and development, Intel continuously drives advancements in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT), aiming to enhance connectivity and computing capabilities around the world. Intel's mission is to create technology that enhances lives and enables progress across various industries.