The CPU Design Verification Engineer role at Intel's Silicon & Platform Engineering Group focuses on developing next-generation power-efficient processors. As part of the ATOM team, you will ensure the functional correctness and performance of Intel's ATOM processor family. This position involves collaborating with CPU architects and RTL designers to validate complex designs that impact billions of users worldwide. You will tackle technical challenges while contributing to innovative CPU architectures that define the future of computing.

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field with 1+ years of relevant experience, or a PhD in the same field.
• 1+ years of experience in hardware modeling languages such as Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog.
• Experience developing UVM-based testbenches for reusable and scalable verification environments.
• Programming skills in at least one language such as Python, Perl, or C++.
• Knowledge of computer architecture fundamentals, with emphasis on CPU microarchitecture.
• Experience in debugging and validation, including functional coverage analysis, test development, and root cause analysis.

• Lead comprehensive CPU verification by developing and executing sophisticated verification plans.
• Create scalable, reusable verification environments using UVM-based testbenches and advanced functional coverage models.
• Perform in-depth functional coverage analysis, identify critical verification gaps, and implement strategic closure plans.
• Execute complex system-level simulations to validate functionality, power consumption, and timing characteristics.
• Debug and perform root-cause analysis of issues in pre-silicon environments, implementing robust corrective measures.
• Develop automation scripts and tools using Python, Perl, C++, or similar languages to optimize verification workflows.
• Collaborate closely with CPU architects, RTL developers, and physical design teams to verify complex architectural features.
• Maintain and enhance verification infrastructure, methodologies, and automation flows to maximize team productivity.
• Document comprehensive verification strategies and lead technical reviews with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Contribute to CPU architecture and microarchitecture feature definition to achieve optimal functional, performance, and power targets.

• 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.