SOC Functional Validation Engineer
Intel · Posted Nov 6
Semiconductor manufacturing, microprocessors, data center solutions, and artificial intelligence infrastructure
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About the role
The Data Center Group (DCG) at Intel develops technologies and products that power cloud, enterprise, and AI applications, including advanced System-on-Chip solutions. The team focuses on high-performance computing and data-driven systems. As a SoC Functional Validation Engineer, the role involves defining and executing post-silicon validation plans, debugging SoC failures, and building test automation for integrated SoCs.
What you will do
- Develop and execute post-silicon validation plans to ensure compliance with design specifications and requirements.
- Perform functional validation for integrated SoCs, focusing on IP integration, system-level features, and interaction between components.
- Collaborate with architects, RTL designers, firmware teams, and other engineering groups to understand system-level requirements and features.
- Design and implement directed and random test cases to validate hardware/software interactions and ensure functional coverage closure.
- Debug SoC failures, identify root causes, and implement solutions or workarounds as required.
- Utilize tools such as Python, C, or C++ for test development and automation scripting.
- Analyze and modify test results, adapt test codes, and address coverage gaps to improve validation accuracy.
- Prepare and track validation requirements in collaboration with firmware, hardware, and platform teams.
- Develop and optimize validation methodologies, tools, and automation frameworks to streamline testing processes.
- Participate in project meetings, provide regular status updates, and escalate critical issues to management and stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development of new validation tools and methodologies, offering feedback and technical inputs for improvement.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Computer Engineering, or related field, with 0-1 years of relevant experience in validation, test development, or debugging. Alternatively, a Master's degree in the relevant field with no prior professional experience.
- Proficiency in Python, C, or C++ for test content creation and automation scripting.
- Strong understanding of computer architecture, microarchitecture, and operating system concepts.
- Experience with pre-silicon platforms such as emulators or Virtual Prototypes for test code development.
- Demonstrated ability to debug software and hardware issues, identify root causes, and provide effective solutions.
- Knowledge of system hardware/software validation techniques and methodologies.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) for reporting metrics and tracking progress.
Preferred qualifications
- Solid understanding of x86 architecture and its interactions with hardware and software components.
- Hands-on experience with silicon debug tools, failure analysis methods, or system-level validation infrastructure.
- Familiarity with AI-driven workflows or tools for test plan development and analysis.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment.
- Enthusiasm for innovation and advancing validation processes through new methodologies and tools.
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About Intel
Intel Corporation is a global technology leader focused on the design and manufacturing of microprocessors, integrated circuits, and advanced data center infrastructure. The company drives innovation across personal computing, artificial intelligence, and cloud ecosystems while operating a major semiconductor foundry business. Intel delivers foundational silicon and packaging solutions that power modern digital infrastructure worldwide.
- Industry
- Semiconductors
- Company size
- 10001+ employees
- Founded
- 1968
- Location
- Santa Clara, California, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Leadership
Lip-Bu Tan
Chief Executive Officer
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Pushkar Ranade
Chief Technology Officer and Chief of Staff to the CEO
Executive Vice President – Chief Technology and Operations Officer, General Manager Intel Foundry
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