Emulation Software Development Engineer

Job Details:

Job Description:

The Server Emulation Center of Excellence is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Software Engineer to contribute to the development of transactor/BFM software stacks and validation content generation capabilities for emulation platforms supporting cutting-edge Xeon and Custom SoCs.

As part of the Emulation Tools team, you'll gain exposure to architectural features of next-generation Xeon, AI, and Custom SoC products. You'll assist in building tools that enable efficient validation in the emulation environment, applying your knowledge of computer architecture and software development to help deliver high-quality solutions. This role is an excellent opportunity to learn from experts and grow your technical skills in a collaborative environment.

This role offers a unique opportunity to:

• Collaborate with recognized experts in the field

• Grow your technical skills and career

• Make a meaningful impact on Intel's success

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

• Strong work ethic with a focus on teamwork and customer satisfaction

• Self-starter with an innovative mindset

• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills

• Effective communication and collaboration abilities

• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Special Note: Intel is in the process of securing office space in Fort Collins, Colorado, which will serve as your assigned work location in the future. Once the site is operational, your position will follow Intel's hybrid work model, which currently requires onsite presence at least four days per week. Until the office is ready, you will be classified as a remote employee.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering with 3+ years of experience, or

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering with 2+ years of relevant industry experience

• Experience in at least one programing language ( C, C++, or Python)

• Experience with software and hardware (SW/HW) interactions and computer architecture, preferably with Intel Architecture and SoC development

• Experience with IP or SoC verification, including testbench development using OVM or UVM methodologies

• Experience with system software concepts (e.g., OS, drivers, firmware)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the following:

• Content generation for emulation

• Agile Scrum methodologies

• Test Driven Development (TDD)

• DevOps best practices

• Bare-metal environments

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations:

US, California, Santa Clara, US, Colorado, Fort Collins

Business group:

At the Data Center Group (DCG), we're committed to delivering exceptional products and delighting our customers. We offer both broad-market Xeon-based solutions and custom x86-based products, ensuring tailored innovation for diverse needs across general-purpose compute, web services, HPC, and AI-accelerated systems. Our charter encompasses defining business strategy and roadmaps, product management, developing ecosystems and business opportunities, delivering strong financial performance, and reinvigorating x86 leadership. Join us as we transform the data center segment through workload driven leadership products and close collaboration with our partners.

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $105,650.00-200,340.00 USD 

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process. 

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.The application window for this job posting is expected to end by 05/01/2026

*

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.