At Intel, we're enabling the next generation of cloud computing, AI, and enterprise platforms. We are seeking a Software Enabling & Optimization Architect to drive software innovation across customers, ecosystem partners, and open-source communities.
In this highly visible role, you will influence technology direction, architect scalable software solutions, and help bridge the gap between cutting-edge hardware capabilities and real-world customer needs. You'll work with industry leaders, software vendors, and Intel engineering teams to optimize performance, accelerate technology adoption, and solve complex computing challenges at scale.
What You'll Do
As a Software Enabling & Optimization Architect, you will:
- Lead the technical strategy and architectural design of software solutions for customers, ecosystem partners, and open-source projects.
- Architect end-to-end solutions that address customer and ecosystem challenges through software and hardware innovation.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and ecosystem readiness, identifying opportunities to accelerate adoption and improve performance.
- Make key design decisions involving software frameworks, system architecture, protocols, algorithms, and scalability strategies.
- Establish software development best practices, validation methodologies, and performance optimization approaches.
- Conduct technical pathfinding and technology assessments to identify future trends and innovation opportunities.
- Partner with Intel technologists, engineering teams, customers, and industry stakeholders to influence roadmaps and technical direction.
- Engage directly with customers to understand workload requirements, identify gaps, and deliver Intel Architecture-based solutions that drive business outcomes.
- Contribute to the advancement of open-source software and ecosystem enablement initiatives.
The Data Center Group (DCG) is at the heart of Intel's leadership in cloud infrastructure, enterprise computing, AI, and modern data center technologies. Our teams deliver innovations that power some of the world's largest computing environments and enable digital transformation across industries.
By joining DCG, you'll help shape technologies that impact millions of users globally while working alongside some of the industry's most respected engineers and architects.
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field with 4+ years of experience; or
- Master's degree with 3+ years of experience; or
- PhD in a relevant field.
- Experience in software development, software architecture, performance engineering, or system optimization.
- Strong understanding of software architecture principles, frameworks, protocols, and algorithms.
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C++, Python, or Java.
- Experience designing and delivering scalable software solutions.
- Knowledge of software validation, performance analysis, and optimization techniques.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across technical teams and customer environments.
- Experience with data center, cloud, AI, or high-performance computing (HPC) workloads.
- Familiarity with Linux-based software development and performance profiling tools.
- Experience working with open-source communities and ecosystem partners.
- Strong technical communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven ability to influence technical direction across organizations.
- Passion for solving complex system-level challenges and driving innovation.
Join Intel and help define the future of software performance, optimization, and ecosystem innovation.
Job Type:Experienced HireShift:Shift 1 (Germany)Primary Location: Germany, MunichAdditional Locations: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
EU Salary
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.
Annual Salary Range for this job which could be performed in Germany is: 72 030,00 € - €130,300.00 The compensation range displayed in this posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for this position. Within this range, individual pay is determined by job related skills, experience, and relevant education, training. As part of our total compensation approach, the final offer may include additional pay components and benefits. Your recruiting team will share the confirmed base salary along with any applicable total compensation elements upon employment offer delivery.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.*
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field with 4+ years of experience
- Master's degree in a relevant field with 3+ years of experience
- PhD in a relevant field
- Experience in software development, software architecture, performance engineering, or system optimization
- Strong understanding of software architecture principles, frameworks, protocols, and algorithms
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C++, Python, or Java
- Experience designing and delivering scalable software solutions
- Knowledge of software validation, performance analysis, and optimization techniques
- Ability to collaborate effectively across technical teams and customer environments
- Experience with data center, cloud, AI, or high-performance computing workloads
- Familiarity with Linux-based software development and performance profiling tools
- Experience working with open-source communities and ecosystem partners
- Strong technical communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to influence technical direction across organizations
Intel Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Intel and has not been reviewed or approved by Intel.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Sabbaticals and paid time off are highlighted as signature elements, with an established program offering four weeks after four years or eight weeks after seven years. This distinctive time off is positioned as a meaningful part of the overall package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave of 12 weeks and a New Parent Reintegration program, plus fertility benefits around $40,000 and up to $15,000 adoption reimbursement with no lifetime cap, are clearly stated. These programs are presented as standout components alongside broader family support resources.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with 2026 updates, a shift to Spring Health for EAP, and in‑network virtual medical visits covered at 100% beginning in 2026 indicate a comprehensive offering. These features signal an emphasis on robust medical access and mental health support.
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