The Infrastructure Processing Unit (IPU), also known as Smart-NIC, is a PCIe-powered network interface card that significantly enhances traditional NIC capabilities by offloading tasks such as packet processing, traffic shaping, virtual switching, and more from the HOST CPU (Xeon).
IPUs are the future of cloud processing and storage and are already being deployed in the data centers of the largest and most well-known cloud service providers. As an IPU Firmware Developer, you will be responsible for developing the firmware operational code.
You will collaborate with architects, hardware designers, firmware developers, and silicon validation teams to ensure the FW is operational, working in a dynamic and innovative team environment.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with Architecture, Logic Design, and Validation teams.
- Analyze existing code, gather new requirements, develop new algorithms or necessary changes as needed, write the code, and debug on both pre-silicon and silicon platforms.
- Develop and integrate firmware for IPU systems, ensuring high performance and reliability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex firmware issues promptly.
- Additionally, you will leverage AI tools to accelerate time to market and enhance development validation efficiency.
B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
Experience with Linux Kernel and Device Driver development on Linux – nice to have.
Experience with source control, particularly with Git - – Nice to have.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with a keen sense of customer service.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Agile (SCRUM) practices.
Job Type:College GradShift:Shift 1 (Israel)Primary Location: Israel, Petah-TikvaAdditional 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 TrustN/A
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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.*
Skills Required
- B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
- Experience with Linux Kernel and Device Driver development on Linux
- Experience with source control, particularly with Git
- Effective communication skills
- Experience with Agile (SCRUM) practices
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes generous PTO, a paid sabbatical after extended tenure, and multiple leave types such as family, medical, bereavement, and military. This breadth enables employees to disconnect, recharge, and manage life events.
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Retirement Support — Long-term savings are bolstered by a competitive 401(k) match and access to deferred compensation for eligible levels, alongside stock purchase opportunities. These programs are highlighted as strong tools for financial security.
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