Compiler Engineer

Intel is hiring a Compiler Engineer in Gdansk, Poland. It pays PLN 361k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Intel.

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The posting mentions C, Llvm and Fortran among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a mid-level role.
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Design, develop, and optimize compiler technologies and software components for high-performance computing and processor architectures.

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Job Details:

Job Description:

Shape the Future of High-Performance Computing

At Intel, we're developing world-class compiler technologies that unlock the full potential of modern computing platforms. As part of the Compiler Engineering team within the Data Center Group, you'll contribute to industry-leading compiler products that power high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and next-generation processor architectures.

Our team develops the Intel® C/C++/DPC++ and Fortran Compilers and is a major contributor to the LLVM open-source ecosystem. We continuously innovate to deliver highly optimized compiler technologies for Intel CPU and GPU platforms, enabling developers worldwide to build faster and more efficient applications.

If you're passionate about compilers, software optimization, and performance engineering, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Compiler Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and enhancing compiler technologies that drive performance across Intel platforms.

Your responsibilities will include:

Designing, developing, testing, debugging, and maintaining compiler software components.
Implementing new compiler features and resolving complex software defects.
Analyzing real-world applications and industry benchmarks to identify optimization opportunities.
Improving the performance and efficiency of compiler-generated code for Intel CPU architectures.
Conducting functional, performance, and stress testing to ensure product quality and reliability.
Collaborating with global engineering, validation, and performance teams to deliver high-quality compiler solutions.
Working closely with hardware architects and software teams to enable new processor capabilities.
Contributing to open-source compiler technologies and industry standards initiatives.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Informatics, or a related technical discipline.
4+ years of professional experience developing software in C/C++.
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and data structures.
Experience optimizing software for CPU performance.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
Ability to work independently and proactively drive technical solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with vectorization technologies and parallel programming models such as OpenMP.
Experience with compiler development, particularly LLVM-based compiler frameworks.
Experience working with assemblers, linkers, and low-level system software.
Strong understanding of CPU architecture and compiler optimization techniques.
Experience with code generation and performance tuning.
Familiarity with performance analysis and profiling tools such as perf or similar technologies.

Why Join Intel?

At Intel, you'll have the opportunity to work on technologies that influence computing performance at a global scale. You'll collaborate with talented engineers, contribute to open-source innovation, and help shape the future of compiler technology for AI, cloud, and high-performance computing workloads.

Ready to Apply?

Join Intel and help build compiler technologies that empower developers, accelerate innovation, and unlock the performance of tomorrow's computing platforms.

Apply today and become part of a team driving the future of software performance and optimization.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (Poland)

Primary Location:

Poland, Gdansk

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

EU Salary

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.

Annual Salary Range for this job which could be performed in Poland is: 124 520,00 zł - zł360,720.00 The compensation range displayed in this posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for this position. Within this range, individual pay is determined by job related skills, experience, and relevant education, training. As part of our total compensation approach, the final offer may include additional pay components and benefits. Your recruiting team will share the confirmed base salary along with any applicable total compensation elements upon employment offer delivery.

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.

How we rate this

Compiler Engineer at Intel rates 10 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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

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Key facts

Compiler Engineer is an open job at Intel.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is PLN 361k a year.
The role is based in Poland, Gdansk.
The job was posted on September 29, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by Intel. Apply on Intel

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