Job description
The HPC System Architect is a senior technical lead responsible for defining next-generation high-performance computing systems at Intel. This role involves collaborating with CPU and GPU teams to shape system architecture and silicon requirements for large-scale HPC clusters. The architect will engage with leading-edge customers to translate their needs into system architectures that Intel can build. This position requires a deep understanding of HPC workloads and the ability to drive clarity in undefined technical areas.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
- 10+ years of experience in HPC, data center, or server system architecture, design, or engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in a customer-facing or externally-facing technical role.
- Demonstrated experience defining or deploying large-scale compute clusters.
- Strong understanding of the competitive HPC landscape, including alternative CPU and accelerator architectures.
Responsibilities
- Own system-level architecture for next-generation HPC clusters, including node definition and CPU and GPU configuration.
- Define scale-out interconnect architecture, including fabric selection and network topology.
- Partner with CPU and GPU teams to define product requirements for future HPC systems.
- Build performance models that project application throughput at scale on unreleased silicon.
- Lead architecture co-design and benchmark definition with leadership HPC customers.
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Intel Corp
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
74
FY2026
Approval rate
94.2%
FY2026
LCA certified
2,201
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.1%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-88%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-54%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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