About the Role Intel's AI SoC organization develops cutting-edge products powering a wide range of AI applications, from edge devices to data center accelerators. If you are an engineer with strong technical and communication skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment with abundant learning opportunities, you are the ideal candidate for this role. Join us to shape the future of AI hardware Responsibilities • Lead evaluation of architectural trade-offs considering features, performance targets, power constraints, and system limitations. • Define and document micro-architecture for complex SoC IP blocks; implement RTL in Verilog/SystemVerilog, integrate at top level, and deliver fully verified, synthesis- and timing-clean designs. • Collaborate closely with verification teams to ensure comprehensive coverage and robust validation of all design aspects. • Develop and maintain timing constraints for IP blocks; provide guidance and support to physical design teams for synthesis, timing closure, and formal equivalence checks. • Drive silicon bring-up and post-silicon validation, including debug and performance analysis. • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to best practices for design methodology and quality.
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.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
- 10+ years of experience in RTL design and implementation for ASIC/SoC development.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Proven ability to solve complex design challenges such as clock domain crossings, power optimization, and timing closure.
- Hands-on experience with SoC system integration and multicore CPU subsystem design.
- Strong knowledge of standard bus protocols (AXI, AHB, etc.) and embedded processor architectures.
- Expertise in high-speed and low-power design techniques.
- Proficiency in scripting (Python, TCL, etc.) for automation and design flow optimization.
- Familiarity with industry-standard EDA tools: HDL simulators (VCS, Questa, IES), lint tools (Spyglass), and FPGA prototyping tools (Xilinx Vivado, Altera Quartus II).
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with evolving requirements.
- Strong communication skills, collaborative mindset, and leadership qualities.
- Passion for innovation, continuous learning, and tackling technical challenges.
Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.
Experienced Hire
Shift 1 (India)
India, Bangalore
At the Data Center Group (DCG), we're committed to delivering exceptional products and delighting our customers. We offer both broad-market Xeon-based solutions and custom x86-based products, ensuring tailored innovation for diverse needs across general-purpose compute, web services, HPC, and AI-accelerated systems. Our charter encompasses defining business strategy and roadmaps, product management, developing ecosystems and business opportunities, delivering strong financial performance, and reinvigorating x86 leadership. Join us as we transform the data center segment through workload driven leadership products and close collaboration with our partners.
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.
This role is a Position of Trust. Should you accept this position, you must consent to and pass an extended Background Investigation, which includes (subject to country law), extended education, SEC sanctions, and additional criminal and civil checks. For internals, this investigation may or may not be completed prior to starting the position. For additional questions, please contact your Recruiter.
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.
