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SoC Design Verification Engineer - Emulation

Intel
Hillsboro, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
Job Details:

Job Description:

Come join Intel's Devices Development Group, responsible for creating leading Client SOCs. We envision the future of computing and design for the next generation of laptop and desktop computers.

We are looking for a SoC Design Verification Engineer - Emulation, ready to research, design, develop, and test Intel designs as we reimagine how to build SOCs at Intel and in the semiconductor industry.

Our bold purpose as a company is to 'create world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth' and this role is instrumental in furthering our mission to shape the future of technology.

Responsibilities May Include But Not Be Limited To:

  • Building multiple emulation targets for an SoC
  • Adding support for new features/IPs into existing emulation models
  • Learning the architecture and microarchitecture by debugging failures to the root cause
  • Developing and utilizing various debug and validation tools and/or methodologies to implement validation plans with the goal being to ensure a solid design
  • Participating in the debug of failures on silicon and developing new testing strategies to detect these failures on RTL models
  • System level validation tasks such as using evaluation boards and FPGAs
  • Developing high level modeling for RTL components
  • Developing debugging tools and software

The Ideal Candidate Should Exhibit The Following Behavioral Traits:

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Ability to multitask
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a dynamic and team-oriented environment

Qualifications:

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Experience would be obtained through a combination of prior education level classes, and current level school classes, projects, research, and relevant previous job and/or internship experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering plus and 5 years of experience -OR- a Master’s Degree and 3 years of experience

Minimum Of 2 Years Of Relevant Experience In:

  • Reading and interpreting technical specs and Register Transfer Level (RTL) code
  • Building emulation models for large scale SoCs
  • UNIX or Linux

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years' experience with IA-32 assembly and Verilog programming experience
  • Minimum 2 years' experience with validation or testing experience, especially in a silicon design team

Interview Tips here.

By applying to this posting your resume and profile will become visible to Intel Recruiters and will allow them to consider you for current and future job openings aligned with the skills and positions mentioned above.

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.

Intel Benefits: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/jobs/benefits.html

Life Inside Intel: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/jobs/life-at-intel.html

Interviewing Tips: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/jobs/hiring.html

Intel’s core values: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/corporate-responsibility/our-values.html?wapkw=our company

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations:

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.

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, 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 - 232,190.00 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.

Salary : $122,440 - $232,190

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