CPU Pre-Silicon Verification Lead

Job Title

CPU Pre-Silicon Verification Lead

Role Summary

Member of the Intel Core Design Team leading pre-silicon functional verification for CPU projects. Responsible for defining verification strategy, driving tool/flow/methodology initiatives, and delivering verification environments and test plans to achieve first-pass silicon quality.

Role combines technical leadership with people and project management to reduce validation cycle time and meet PRQ quality targets.

Experience Level

Senior - the posting specifies a Masters plus 15+ years relevant experience or a Bachelors plus 10+ years; expects proven technical leadership and managerial experience.

Responsibilities

Lead verification planning, execution, and team delivery.

• Define and drive verification strategy, tools, flows, and methodologies for pre-silicon validation.
• Create and maintain RTL verification test plans, system simulation models, and coverage plans.
• Develop and validate complex simulation/emulation environments and reusable verification components.
• Work directly with hardware architects and logic designers to influence SoC and system design for verifiability.
• Plan and allocate resources, manage schedules, and track deliverables to meet quality and timeline targets.
• Mentor and guide engineers; provide performance feedback and support employee development.
• Analyze failures, update testbenches/tests, and implement corrective actions to improve validation results.

Requirements

Technical must-haves and preferred skills. Education and degree-related thresholds are listed below under Education Requirements.

• Must have: Extensive pre-silicon verification experience and familiarity with CPU/processor verification.
• Must have: Strong RTL verification skills (Verilog, SystemVerilog), simulation and emulation, and use of debug tools (e.g., Verdi).
• Must have: Proficiency in scripting (Perl/Python) and working in Linux environments.
• Must have: Demonstrated technical leadership and experience managing verification teams and projects.
• Nice to have: Experience with integrated software/hardware environments, SVTB UVM or Specman (e), and coverage-driven verification.
• Other: Strong problem solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Education Requirements

Master's degree in Electronics or Computer Engineering with at least 15 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least 10 years of relevant pre-silicon verification experience. Fields called out: Electronics, Computer Engineering. The posting allows equivalent practical experience consistent with the stated experience thresholds.

About the Company

Company: Intel Corporation

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.