Microarchitecture and Design Engineer – AI SoC

Intel Corporation

. Develop logic design, RTL coding, and simulation for SoC designs .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeSanta Clara • California • United StatesJunior💰 $105,650 - $172,860 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in RTL Coding, Logic Design, and SoC Architecture, with a strong focus on quality assurance and secure development practices. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize design performance and ensure compliance with industry standards.

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RTL CodingVerilogVHDLSoC Design PrinciplesQuality Assurance Compliance

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Hard Skills

Logic DesignRTL CodingSimulationTiming AnalysisPower OptimizationDesign IntegrityArchitecture FeaturesMicroarchitecture FeaturesTest Failure ResolutionSecure Development Practices

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsEffective CommunicationCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

Logic Design ToolsSynthesis Tools

Industry Keywords

SoCIP IntegrationQuality AssuranceDesign Flow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop logic design, RTL coding, and simulation for SoC designs
Define and implement architecture and microarchitecture features for logic blocks
Perform quality checks across RTL, timing, power, and design integrity to meet performance goals
Optimize RTL logic to ensure compliance with power, performance, area, and timing targets
Collaborate with IP providers to integrate and validate IPs at the SoC level
Review and contribute to verification plans and ensure design features are comprehensively tested
Identify and resolve RTL test failures to ensure feature correctness
Employ secure development practices to address security objectives and threats in the design
Drive quality assurance compliance for seamless IP and SoC handoff throughout the design flow

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 1+ years of hands-on experience in logic design, RTL coding, and simulation, gained through internships, academic projects, coursework, hands-on training, or relevant experience; OR a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with no prior professional experience
Proficiency in RTL coding languages such as Verilog or VHDL
Familiarity with logic design tools and methodologies for synthesis, timing analysis, and power optimization
Knowledge of design principles for SoCs and IP integration
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
Effective communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork
Interest in contributing to secure design practices and quality assurance processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Stock bonuses
Health benefits
Retirement benefits
Vacation