Emulation Model Build Engineer

Job Details:

Job Description: 

This position focuses on emulation model build and enablement for Pre-Si validation of complex server SoCs.

• Build emulation models

• Develop emulation testbench and infrastructure

• Participate in SoC bring-up of emulation models through BIOS boot and basic directed-test functionality

• Root cause and debug testbench issues, emulator environment issues, RTL and firmware bugs

• Work closely with pre-silicon emulation validation teams, providing guidance to verification teams for optimal use of emulation

• Collaborate and communicate with SoC architects, micro-architects, RTL developers, firmware developers and performance engineers

• Define and develop new capabilities to achieve better verification through improved emulation model usability

• Improve emulation efficiency both during compilation and runtime

Behavior skill we are looking for:

• Strong communication skills and a team player

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work

Intel is in the process of securing office space in Fort Collins, Colorado, which will serve as your assigned work location in the future. Once the site is operational, your position will follow Intel’s hybrid work model, which currently requires on-site presence at least four days per week. Until the office is ready, you will be classified as a remote employee. 

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications are required 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 Engineering, Computer Engineering or other relevant field of study with 3+ years of relevant industry experience OR

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or other relevant field of study with 2+ years of relevant industry experience.

Relevant work experience should be of the following:

• Experience in IP or SOC validation, skilled in System Verilog

• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl etc.

• Experience with microarchitecture

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with Zebu/Palladium emulation

• Familiar with Xeon x86 reset flow

• Experience debugging RTL code using industry standard hardware simulation/emulation tools

• Proficiency in using industry standard tools/flow such as Git, Make, gdb, JIRA, etc. for large SW development projects

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: 

Virtual US

Additional Locations:

Business group:

At the Data Center Group (DCG), we're committed to delivering exceptional products and delighting our customers. We offer both broad-market Xeon-based solutions and custom x86-based products, ensuring tailored innovation for diverse needs across general-purpose compute, web services, HPC, and AI-accelerated systems. Our charter encompasses defining business strategy and roadmaps, product management, developing ecosystems and business opportunities, delivering strong financial performance, and reinvigorating x86 leadership. Join us as we transform the data center segment through workload driven leadership products and close collaboration with our partners.

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

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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: $105,650.00-172,860.00 USDThe 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 is available as a fully home-based and generally would require you to attend Intel sites only occasionally based on business need. However, you must live and work from the country specified in the job posting, in which Intel has a legal presence. Due to legal regulations, remote work from any other country is unfortunately not permitted. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.The application window for this job posting is expected to end by 12/31/2027

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