CPU Core Pre-Si Validation/Verification Engineer

Intel Corporation

Folsom, UShybrid$122k-$173k/yrPosted Jul 23, 2026
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Skills

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About the role

Job Details:

Job Description:

As a CPU Core Pre-Silicon Validation/Verification Engineer responsibilities will include but are not limited to: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:

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:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or other Science/Engineering related field and 1+ years of experience or Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or other Science/Engineering and some knowledge of related field in: Pre-silicon verification and/or front end.

Software/programming languages (i.e. C, C++, C#, Visual Basic/.NET. Perl, Python, Java, etc.)

System Verilog/Verilog/VHDL, Verification, Validation and/or VCS or similar Simulator.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of 6 months experience with computer architecture and microarchitecture

Experience with coverage driven validation

Experience in IP/SOC ASIC Validation

Experience in Specman E and/or System Verilog/OVM/UVM

Experience with software design and coding

Familiarity with x86 core architecture and instruction set

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

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, California, Folsom

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:

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: $122,440.00-172,860.00 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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

Compensation

This Software Engineer role pays $122k-$173k/yr. Within typical range for software engineer roles in United States.

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