SoC Validation Engineering

Job Details
Job Description:

This position requires candidates to upload a resume in English; you are welcome to upload multiple versions of your resume if you prefer but an English version of your resume will be required to be considered for this position.

Our Xeon Server Validation Team is seeking IO engineer for our validation teams in our quest to ensure no bugs escape to our customers. We are comprised of engineers from a variety of life experiences and perspectives who share this common goal and pursue excellence in doing so. We value our people first and foremost, so we appreciate a We Over Me mentality and a spirit of collaboration and encouragement. We have a robust server roadmap to deliver and therefore need your passion for leadership, problem-solving, and expertise. If you are seeking a validation challenge, are technically curious and enjoy developing creative solutions to complex problems, then come join us in delivering the highest quality server products to the world. In exchange, we offer you the opportunity to collaborate closely with the brightest minds in the industry, and to be a part of the work influencing the technology data revolution. You will enjoy all the growth opportunities available to you at a company as expansive and diversified as Intel.

What You Will Do
You will be able to work in a variety of different validation disciplines in high-speed IO technologies. Your daily activities can include test content development, test automation developments to expedite execution with quality and efficiency, use of standard lab equipment for validation measurements and characterization, and interaction with cross-functional teams to provide health assessment resulting from validation execution.

You Will Be Responsible For, But Not Limited To

• Defines, develops, and performs functional validation for CPUs, focusing on validation of the CPU internals and CPU integration in system level features for Intel performance and power efficient cores.
• Applies various hardware and software level tools and techniques to ensure validation coverage and that performance, power, and area goals are met.
• Reviews proposed design changes to assess impact on validation plans, tasks, and timelines.
• Develops CPU validation methodologies and test plans, executes validation plans, and collaborates with other engineers for design optimization, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
• Applies knowledge of CPU core architecture, processor microarchitecture, and design.
• Performs silicon debug to identify root causes and resolves all functional and triage failures for CPU issues.
• Tests interactions between various CPU features using validation infrastructure.
• Develops post silicon validation infrastructure (e.g., performance monitors, behavioral checkers, state space coverage) and test environment used in validation testing.
• Publishes CPU validation reports summarizing all validation activities performed, reviews results, and communicates to relevant teams.
• Works with architecture, design, verification, board, platform, and manufacturing teams to maintain and improve debug, validation test strategy, methodologies, and processes for CPU interfaces and to meet desired product specifications.
• Develops content to create or increase specific IP interactions using a variety of tools and techniques (including patching techniques using microcode, firmware, or custom OS builds).
• Engages in all phases of the product life cycle, develops, and validates content and infrastructure, and bug hunts in multiple environments (simulation, emulation, FPGAs) to ensure silicon readiness.

Behavioral Skills We're Looking For

• A collaborative, supportive, and team‑oriented mindset.
• Creativity and innovative thinking.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• A growth mindset and eagerness to learn.
• Collaboration and teaming abilities.
• Experience in growing and supporting highly motivated engineering teams.
• Networking, communication, and influencing skills.
• Effective problem‑solving abilities.
• Attention to detail.
• Communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and skilled at multitasking.

Qualifications
Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field.

• 2+ years of relevant experience in:

• Hardware lab environment with computer systems and test stations.

• Using standard lab equipment, including high‑speed oscilloscopes and analyzers.
• Mathematical and statistical analysis, including familiarity with JMP and/or MATLAB.

• Scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Visual Basic.

• Advanced English level.

• Must have unrestricted - permanent right to work in Mexico

A candidate who accepts an offer of employment in Mexico is required to present their own personal identification information and numbers for the following: Mexican Security Number (NSS), Tax Identification Number (RFC) and CURP identification number.

Job Type
College Grad

Shift
Shift 1 (Mexico)

Primary Location:

Mexico, Guadalajara

Additional Locations:

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

Work Model for this Role
This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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