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Senior CPU Performance Architect

IntelPhoenix, AZFull-time$190,610.00-361,480.00 USD

This role involves architecting high-performance CPU designs from conception through silicon validation, making critical decisions about microarchitectural features and tradeoffs. You'll conduct performance modeling and analysis to identify bottlenecks, collaborate with design and verification teams to implement solutions, and troubleshoot performance mismatches between simulations and actual silicon. The position suits experienced engineers with deep expertise in CPU microarchitecture who want strategic influence over Intel's processor roadmap and enjoy solving complex performance optimization challenges across multiple architectural domains.

Requirements

Master's degree with 10+ years experience or PhD with 6+ years in high-performance x86/ARM CPU design8+ years of hands-on experience with cycle-accurate C++ CPU performance simulatorsExpert-level knowledge in at least one CPU domain (branch prediction, fetch/decode, execution, memory subsystem, prefetchers)Strong microarchitecture debugging and RTL analysis skillsProficiency in C++, scripting languages, and ability to write/debug assembly testsExperience correlating performance across simulation, RTL, and post-silicon validation

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Listed June 30, 2026 · Verify details with the employer before applying.

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