Pre-si Power and Performance System Validation Engineer
Quick Summary
Develop and execute SoC-level power, thermal, and performance validation and optimization plans across Intel products. Collaborate with architecture, design, firmware,
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position.
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Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Develop and execute SoC-level power, thermal, and performance validation and optimization plans across Intel products.
- →Collaborate with architecture, design, firmware, and software teams to ensure power, thermal, and performance meet competitive targets and specifications.
- →Establish and execute methodologies for validating hardware/software optimizations and ensure alignment with business KPIs.
- →Perform SoC-level debug to identify root causes and resolve functional and triage failures related to power, thermal, and performance.
- →Configure and set up data loggers to collect and analyze thermal data.
- →Develop and maintain validation infrastructure, including performance monitors, behavioral checkers, and testing environments.
- →Produce comprehensive validation reports summarizing activities and results, and communicate findings effectively to relevant teams.
- →Drive continuous improvements to validation strategies, methodologies, and processes.
Well qualified candidates should possess the following behavioral traits:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Effective communication and documentation skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to work across team in multi-faceted groups (architecture, design, verification, firmware, software, and platform teams.)
Requirements
~1 min readYou 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 school work/classes/research and/or relevant previous job and/or internship experiences.
Bachelors in electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field. A master's degree is preferred.
Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to Intel Benefits | Intel Careers for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.
• 3+ years of experience in SoC power and performance validation.
• 3+ years of experience in Pre-Si simulation and emulation.
• 3+ years of experience developing and / or optimization of power/performance KPI's.
• Debugging experience for SoC-level power, thermal, and performance failures.
• Knowledge of hardware/software optimizations for power and performance.
• Experience of silicon verification, test program development and test plan execution.
• Knowledge of RTL language, in-circuit emulation and FPGA fast prototyping is an advantage.
• Experience with Python Programming language.
What We Offer
~1 min readWe 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.
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Listing Details
- Posted
- September 23, 2026
- First seen
- September 26, 2026
- Last seen
- September 26, 2026
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