EDA Tools Automation Engineer

Job Title

EDA Tools Automation Engineer

Role Summary

The EDA Tools Automation Engineer develops, tests, and maintains software tools, flows, and automation that enable hardware design teams. The role supports design automation, build/deploy automation, and tooling to improve engineering efficiency and product delivery within Intel's Central Engineering Group.

Experience Level

Entry-level — 2 to 3 years of professional software development experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include designing, implementing, and validating EDA tools and automation.

• Design, develop, test, and debug software tools, flows, and methodologies for design automation.
• Implement functional and test code for tooling and automation.
• Automate build, deployment, and CI processes to improve scalability and efficiency.
• Perform unit, integration, and end-to-end testing to ensure reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into tool features.
• Diagnose and resolve complex software defects and performance issues.
• Use Python, Unix tooling, and TCL for scripting and tool development.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience.

• 2–3 years of software development experience with programming, scripting, and debugging.
• Proficiency in Python, Unix/Linux environments, and TCL scripting.
• Experience with software testing methodologies and automation frameworks.
• Ability to write maintainable code and automated tests.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

Nice-to-have:

• Knowledge of AI fundamentals and their application to design automation.
• Effective verbal and written communication; experience working in collaborative teams.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline; or equivalent practical experience per business needs. A Master’s degree is listed as preferred in some qualifications. No specific certifications are required.

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.