Senior Principal Engineer, Device Design
Quick Summary
Technical Strategy and Architecture Leadership: Lead cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams in defining base and derivative semiconductor architectures-including advanced transistors,
Drive the development and implementation of customized semiconductor features across logic and memory technologies,
Intel is transforming from an Integrated Device Manufacturer (IDM) to a leading global foundry service provider, offering world-class manufacturing capabilities to external customers worldwide. Our Manufacturing Development and Customer Engineering (MDCE) organization is at the forefront of this transformation-focusing on technology customization, yield improvement, performance optimization, and exceptional customer delivery.
About the Role
~1 min read- Progressive experience in the semiconductor industry with a strong focus on CMOS device physics, device design, and semiconductor technology development.
- Leadership and Technology Integration: Demonstrated technical leadership within the semiconductor industry, specifically leading cross-functional teams to define, develop, and deliver advanced semiconductor technologies (covering logic, memory, or integrated architectures) and design rules into High-Volume Manufacturing (HVM).
- Design Rule Governance: Deep proficiency in design rule development, validation, and waiver management processes, with a strong understanding of how layout constraints impact product yield.
- Data and Analytical Mastery: Proven expertise in statistical data analysis, Design of Experiments (DOE), and data interpretation to evaluate test chip, E-test, and yield trends.
Requirements
~1 min read- Advanced and Specialty Node Expertise: Architectural experience in advanced-node transistor design and scaling, with deep experience in specialized semiconductor customization for low-power, analog, mixed-signal, and memory technologies.
- Physical Verification and Mask Flows: High-level familiarity with physical verification flows, Design Rule Checker (DRC) development, and mask generation concepts.
- Manufacturing and SPC: Extensive experience in a High-Volume Manufacturing (HVM) environment with a focus on statistical process control (SPC) and yield monitoring.
- Executive Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence executive stakeholders and guide collaborative partners through complex technical trade-offs.
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Material Science, or a related field. PhD preferred
- 15+ years of relevant semiconductor device and technology development experience.
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: $265,480.00-374,800.00 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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About this job
- Pay per year
- $265,480–$374,800 a year
- 370% above the $68,100 median for Other jobs on Jobera (138,593 salaries).
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- November 6, 2026
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