Security Software Development Engineer

Intel is hiring a Security Software Development Engineer in Gdansk, Poland. Level rates it ; you can apply on Intel.

Level's read on this job

On Level's scale, this software engineer role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include C, software validation and virtualization.
Level classifies it as a senior role.
Level lists 826 other open roles at Intel.

AI in this role

Validate complex confidential computing software and virtualization technologies like Intel TDX using C and C++.

software-validationvirtualizationconfidential-computingfirmware

Job Details:

Job Description:

Shape the Future of Confidential Computing! Join Intel's elite engineering team to validate TDX (Trusted Domain Extensions) - a breakthrough technology redefining security and virtualization. Work on one of the industry's most complex and impactful products, where functional validation meets deep technical innovation.

Why You'll Love This Role:

High Impact: Ensure the reliability of TDX, a cornerstone of Intel's confidential compute.
Deep Technical Challenge: Validate across the stack-firmware, OS, drivers, middleware, SDKs, and apps.
Code-Driven: Build frameworks, automation, and reference implementations.
Innovation at Scale: Operate at the intersection of security, virtualization, and cloud.
Career Growth: Collaborate with world-class engineers on advanced architectures.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.

Experience

5-7 years in software/hardware validation or verification.
5-7 years coding in higher-level languages: C or C++.

Skills

Proficient in English.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Operating Systems and Virtualization
Pre/Post-Silicon validation
Specman experience

What we offer:

At Intel, employees share in successes, enjoy comprehensive rewards and are inspired by an innovative & inclusive workplace. What can you expect when there is a match between us?

We guarantee you will be working in a safe environment; either at your own home or in our premises if needed, the security and wellbeing of you and your family stands as our utmost responsibility.
You will have constant opportunities to develop your professional career through technical and soft skills training, taking part in innovation projects or rotational programs
Flexible working hours are important to us
And our Amazing Benefits to make life easier and more enjoyable are waiting for you: Stock Program, Annual and Quarterly Bonuses, Employee Pension Plan, Medical Plan and life insurance for you and your Family, Peer to peer recognition, Ticket restaurant Card, Multisport Card / Holiday card, Groups of enthusiasts, Exclusive employee discounts, (online) events and many more.
Rewards Experience @ Intel Poland: https://jobs.intel.com/pl/benefits

* Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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: 200 400,00 zł - 360 720,00 zł 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

Security Software Development Engineer at Intel rates 0 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

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

Security Software Development Engineer is an open job at Intel.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Poland, Gdansk.
The job was posted on September 8, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by Intel. Apply on Intel

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

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Pay

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Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where software validation was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where virtualization was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where confidential computing was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where firmware was part of your work. What did you do?
Walk me through how you've used C in your day-to-day work.

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