IA Core Post Silicon Validation Engineer

Intel is hiring an IA Core Post Silicon Validation Engineer in Austin, United States. It pays $122k-$232k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Intel.

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The posting mentions C, Perl and Python among its tools and skills.
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Perform post-silicon validation and debugging for Intel P-Core CPU architectures and server products.

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Job Details:

Job Description:

Join Intel's All Cores Engineering (ACE) Group as a Post Silicon Validation Engineer. Our team delivers Intel's industry leading P-Core IP solutions to our Xeon Server products for Data Center and Cloud customers.

Intel Architecture (IA) Core Post Silicon Validation Engineers are responsible for core level validation of the leading CPU products of each new Intel P-Core product. To bring these features and new platforms to market, a Core Post-Si Validation Engineer needs to be an expert in CPU Post-Si debug and validation, have knowledge in test generators for core level validation, be involved in tasks such as developing validation plans, 'powering on' the very first system built with Intel's latest and greatest CPU, validating product features, and identifying and debugging all functional bugs.

Our Engineers have great opportunities to enhance their skills in validation architecture and design. Various validation techniques are used, such as emulation, while offering a unique hardware-software experience.

In addition to various tools, languages and validation methodologies, Engineers will develop expertise with Intel Architecture and Micro Architecture and will be deeply involved in the process of defining new Intel features. They are independent, creative, with the willingness to innovate new solutions and demonstrate uncompromised quality in their work. Good communication and interaction skills among groups is also important.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer engineering or computer science and 6+ years of experience -OR- a master’s degree in electrical/computer engineering or computer science and 4+ years of experience -OR- a PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science and 2+ years of experience in:
C++ or Perl or Python
CPU architecture / assembly
Debug

Preferred Qualifications

MCA (Machine Check Architecture)
RAS (Reliability Availability Serviceability) / SER (Soft Error Rate)
Emulation
Chip logical validation concepts and methodologies

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, Texas, Austin

Additional Locations:

Business group:

Intel makes possible the most amazing experiences of the future. You may know us for our processors. But we do so much more. Intel invents at the boundaries of technology to make amazing experiences possible for business and society, and for every person on Earth. Harnessing the capability of the cloud, the ubiquity of the Internet of Things, the latest advances in memory and programmable solutions, and the promise of always-on 5G connectivity, Intel is disrupting industries and solving global challenges. Leading on policy, diversity, inclusion, education and sustainability, we create value for our stockholders, customers, and society.

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 require an on-site presence. * 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

IA Core Post Silicon Validation Engineer at Intel rates 15 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

IA Core Post Silicon Validation Engineer is an open job at Intel.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $122k-$232k a year.
The role is based in US, Texas, Austin.
The job was posted on June 1, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by Intel. Apply on Intel

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