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Senior CPU Front End Methodology Engineer

IntelPhoenix, AZ$164,470.00-$311,890.00 USD annually

This engineer will shape scalable RTL methodologies and tools for Intel’s next-generation CPU products, with a focus on achieving power, performance, area, timing, and physical-design goals. The position involves contributing to architectural and microarchitectural decisions, optimizing logic, debugging designs, and advancing the use of AI throughout silicon development. The successful candidate will work closely with architecture, implementation, and design organizations while helping deliver CPU IP projects from development through completion. The role also calls for leadership in building strong engineering practices and a collaborative, high-performing team culture. It suits an experienced CPU logic professional with deep front-end expertise, strong communication skills, and a record of leading complex silicon projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years, master’s degree with 7+ years, or PhD with 4+ years of relevant experience6+ years of CPU logic silicon development experience5+ years of technical leadership and successful IP project deliveryHands-on RTL coding, methodology, debugging, and logic optimization experienceExperience with x86 CPU microarchitecture or memory-management execution preferredAbility to apply AI tools to improve front-end development efficiency
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About Intel

Four decades of chip manufacturing in Chandler, with the Ocotillo campus among Intel's largest fab sites and ongoing expansion.