mid software engineering Hardware Engineer ic 2+ yrs Bachelor's · Posted Apr 20, 2026
$122,440 – $172,860
USD per year
Skills
Linux

About this role

Intel is hiring a mid-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Hillsboro, OR. The posting calls out experience with Linux and roughly 2+ years of relevant work. Listed education preference: a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Compensation is listed at $122,440–$172,860 per year.

Role
Hardware Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
mid
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Hillsboro, OR
Experience
2+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Posted
Apr 20, 2026
AI Summary
Pre-Silicon IP Design Verification Engineer validating complex microarchitecture designs through RTL testing, debug tools, and validation plans. Requires 2+ years RTL/Verilog, UVM/OVM, IP/SoC verification experience and object-oriented programming skills.

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Job description

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Job Details:

Job Description: 

Come join Intel's Devices Development Group, responsible for creating leading Client SOCs. We envision the future of computing and design for the next generation of laptop and desktop computers. We are looking for a Pre-Silicon IP Design Verification Engineer, ready to research, design, develop, and test Intel designs as we reimagine how to build SOCs at Intel and in the semiconductor industry. Our bold purpose as a company is to 'create world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth' and this role is instrumental in furthering our mission to shape the future of technology.



Who You Are
Key Responsibilities:

  • Validation of an IP or feature at the IP level.
  • Creating plans and tests for validating portions of a complex microarchitecture using written specs, RTL code and other tests as a guide.
  • Learning architecture and microarchitecture by debugging failures to the root cause.
  • Developing and utilizing various debug and validation tools and/or methodologies to implement validation plans with the goal being to ensure a solid design.
  • Participating in the debug of failures on silicon and developing new testing strategies to detect these failures on RTL models.
  • Engaging with IP providers and customers to define, develop and deliver necessary infrastructure and address issues found during execution.
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