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Lead CPU Design Engineer

Intel

Location

Phoenix, AZ

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/10/2026

Compensation

$164,470 - $232,190 per year

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Job description

Intel is seeking a highly skilled CPU Logic Design Engineer to join their innovative team. This role focuses on designing and developing the logic architecture for CPUs, which are essential for cutting-edge technologies. The engineer will contribute to high-performance, power-efficient processors that shape the future of computing. This position offers the opportunity to work on advanced strategies and ensure robust integration in system-on-chip designs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • 6+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 4+ years with a Master's degree, or 2+ years with a PhD in CPU logic design, RTL coding, or microarchitecture development.
  • Expertise in logic design and RTL coding techniques.
  • Strong knowledge of microarchitecture fundamentals and low-power design methodologies.
  • Experience with debugging and resolving RTL implementation issues.

Responsibilities

  • Develop the logic design and register transfer level (RTL) coding for CPU features.
  • Perform simulation and implement strategies to meet power, performance, area, and timing goals.
  • Collaborate on defining architecture and microarchitecture features of the CPU being designed.
  • Optimize and debug logic designs using advanced tools and methods.
  • Review and contribute to verification plans to ensure correctness of CPU design features.
  • Resolve failing RTL tests by implementing corrective measures.
  • Document micro architectural specifications (MAS) for CPU features.
  • Support SoC customers to ensure high-quality integration of CPU blocks in chip designs.

Benefits

  • Intel offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, stock programs, healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and programs supporting employee wellbeing and professional development.

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