Systems and Solutions Engineer

Job Title

Systems and Solutions Engineer

Role Summary

The Systems and Solutions Engineer designs, develops, and delivers integrated hardware-software-firmware-SoC solutions for client platforms. The role focuses on system-level debugging, enabling next-generation platform designs, and providing technical support to customers and internal teams.

Part of Intel's Silicon and Platform Engineering Group, this role works with global teams to improve system performance, reliability, and customer outcomes.

Experience Level

Mid-level (typical range 3–7 years of relevant engineering experience).

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include translating requirements into system designs, validating platforms, and resolving customer issues.

• Translate customer requirements and opportunities into actionable system specifications and design plans.
• Design, analyze, and implement hardware-software integration to optimize performance and reliability.
• Perform schematic and PCB layout reviews and conduct structured debugging and root-cause analysis.
• Provide technical support during product design, system power-on, validation, and debugging of customer hardware platforms.
• Enable customers with technical training on system architecture, tools, and development processes.
• Run lab experiments, simulations, and feasibility studies for next-generation features and reference designs.
• Reproduce customer issues on Intel reference platforms and drive timely resolution with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to advocate for customer needs and propose technical solutions.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience required to perform the role.

• Proven experience with Intel x86 architecture systems, client PC development, and hardware validation processes.
• Proficiency in schematic design, printed circuit board (PCB) layout review, and use of standard lab debugging tools.
• Technical expertise with Intel processors, chipsets, PCIe, ACPI, memory interfaces, and high-speed I/O.
• Experience with system power-on activities, hardware debugging, and root-cause analysis.
• Business fluency in English and Mandarin and ability to work across multicultural, global teams.

Nice-to-have (preferred):

• Working knowledge of signal integrity and power integrity principles.
• Familiarity with Python scripting and automated test environments.
• Experience with hardware debug tools, system BIOS, and related platform technologies.
• Understanding of JEDEC memory standards, PCIe SIG interfaces, USB IF standards, and display technologies.
• Project management skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic teams.

Education Requirements

Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with 4+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience; or PhD with no prior professional experience. The posting allows related technical fields; specific degree or equivalent practical experience was not further detailed.

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.