GPU Design Verification Engineer

Intel is hiring a GPU Design Verification Engineer. It pays $122k-$200k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Intel.

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Tools and skills the posting cites include Rtl, SystemVerilog and C.
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Design and verify next-generation GPU components and RTL architectures at Intel.

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Job Details:

Job Description:

The world is transforming - and so is Intel. Intel is a company of bold and curious inventors and problem solvers who create some of the most astounding technology advancements and experiences in the world. With a legacy of relentless innovation and a commitment to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth, our diverse and brilliant teams are continually searching for tomorrow's technology and revel in the challenge that changing the world for the better brings. We work every single day to design and manufacture silicon products that empower people's digital lives. Come join us and do something wonderful.

The Role and Impact
As a GPU Design Verification Engineer, you will play a critical role in the development of next -generation graphics components, ensuring the robustness and reliability of our solutions. Collaborating with architecture, design, verification and performance teams, you will contribute to shaping cutting-edge GPU products.

Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with architects, designers to develop scalable and reusable IP verification plans, test benches, and architectures for graphics components.
- Execute verification plans by running simulation models, analyzing performance, power, timing, and identifying bugs.
- Debug issues in pre-silicon environments, root cause failures, and implement corrective measures.
- Collaborate with GPU architects, RTL developers, and physical design teams to enhance verification methodologies and meet functional, performance, and power goals.
- Write specifications for design changes and code RTL adhering to industry standards and team guidelines.
- Develop and execute functional/code coverage goals, ensuring high-quality design standards.
- Interface across teams to align validation efforts.
- Contribute to process improvements and gain domain expertise for independent validation execution.

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. Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your degree, research and or relevant previous job and or internship experiences.

Minimum Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field with 3+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 2+ years of experience, or a PhD with no prior professional experience.
- Proficiency in System Verilog and UVM methodologies.
- Experience in testbench development, feature verification, coverage execution, and assertion-based verification.
- Strong knowledge of Python or similar scripting languages.
- Expertise in RTL design and debugging using industry-standard tools and methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with GPU or CPU architectures and computer architecture fundamentals.
- Debug experience with frontend design and verification tools, flows, and methodologies.
- Hands-on experience with programming languages such as C, C++, or object-oriented programming.
- Working knowledge of scripting languages like Perl, Ruby, or Python.
- Effective problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, California, Folsom

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: $122,440.00-200,340.00 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

GPU Design Verification 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
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Key facts

GPU Design Verification Engineer is an open job at Intel.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $122k-$200k a year.
The role is based in US, California, Folsom.
The job was posted on October 22, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by Intel. Apply on Intel

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