Cloud Software Development Engineer

Intel is hiring a Cloud Software Development Engineer. It pays $129k-$245k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Intel.

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On Level's scale, this software engineer role is Uses AI ●●○○: an ordinary role that requires AI tools.
Tools and skills the posting cites include Python, Cloud Infrastructure and software engineering.
Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
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Cloud Software Development Engineer designing simulation and automation tools while leveraging AI-assisted development practices to improve engineering efficiency.

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Job Details:

Job Description:

The Role and Impact

As a Cloud Software Development Engineer in the System Simulation and Modeling (SSM) organization, you will design, develop, and optimize software solutions that enable Intel's next generation platforms before silicon is available. You will contribute to innovations in simulation, system software, automation, and cloud infrastructure that accelerate firmware and software development across Intel product lines.

In this role, you will work closely with firmware engineers, operating system developers, architects, silicon designers, and software teams to develop high-fidelity development environments and shift-left solutions that improve product quality, reduce execution risk, and accelerate time-to-market. Your work will directly contribute to Intel's skills to develop, integrate, validate, and optimize complex system software stacks in a modern cloud-based development ecosystem.

You will be expected to independently drive technical solutions, solve complex system-level problems, and deliver high-quality software from design through deployment.

About the Team

The System Simulation and Modeling (SSM) team is part of the Product Enablement Solutions Group (PESG). We are transforming how Intel firmware and software are developed, integrated, and validated through advanced simulation, modeling, automation, and cloud technologies.

Our team develops large-scale system simulation platforms that enable software development and validation months before silicon availability. These capabilities are critical to Intel's product execution strategy, reducing schedule risk while accelerating innovation across Data Center, AI, and emerging platform technologies.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Design, develop, debug, validate, and optimize software solutions supporting simulation, system modeling, automation, and cloud-based development environments.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand firmware, drivers, operating systems, middleware, and SDK requirements and deliver solutions that enable shift-left development.
Develop scalable software and automation frameworks that improve developer productivity and product readiness.
Analyze and resolve complex technical issues involving system software, simulation environments, firmware, and hardware-software interactions.
Apply AI-assisted development practices and automation techniques to improve engineering efficiency and software quality.
Exercise sound technical judgment to remove obstacles, evaluate tradeoffs, and deliver robust solutions.
Identify opportunities to improve performance, reliability, automation, and scalability across development workflows.
Participate in technical reviews and contribute to engineering best practices across the team.

A successful candidate will demonstrate the following behavioral traits:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering high-quality solutions.
Effective communication and collaboration skills, willing to work across geographically distributed teams.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications, you must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 4+ years of experience.

Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of experience,

PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 1+ years of experience

Experience should be in:

Software development or related technical disciplines.
Developing and debugging software solutions in large-scale development environments.
Computer architecture and system software concepts.
C++, Python, or similar programming languages.
Executing technical projects and solving complex engineering problems.

This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.

Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

One or more of the following skills is highly desired:

Experience with system simulation, virtual platforms, modeling technologies, or emulation environments.
Knowledge of computer architecture domains such as RAS, Memory Technologies, Security, I/O subsystems, Accelerators, GPUs, or AI platforms.
Experience debugging firmware, operating systems, device drivers, or other low-level software.
Experience with cloud-native development, distributed systems, Kubernetes, containers, or modern DevOps practices.
Experience applying AI/ML technologies to software engineering workflows, automation, or developer productivity.

Why Join Us

Join Intel's SSM organization and help redefine how future products are built. You will work at the intersection of simulation, cloud computing, AI, and system software while developing technologies that enable software readiness before silicon availability.

Your contributions will directly support Intel to deliver innovative products faster, with higher quality and lower execution risk.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, Oregon, Hillsboro

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.

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: $128,880.00-245,160.00 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.

How we rate this

Cloud Software Development Engineer at Intel rates 45 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Uses AI (AI Level 2 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Uses AI. An ordinary role that requires AI tools.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

Cloud Software Development Engineer is an open job at Intel.
Level rates this role AI Level 2 of 4: Uses AI.
The listed salary is $129k-$245k a year.
The role is based in US, Oregon, Hillsboro.
The job was posted on October 5, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by Intel. Apply on Intel

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Software EngineeringCloud ComputingAutomationSystem SimulationPythonCloud Infrastructure

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Pay

This job starts at: $129k
Typical software engineer job: $168k

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