Senior Client SOC Architect

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Job Description: 

Come join the Intel Client Architecture Team, responsible for architecting world-leading Client SoCs, and delivering the next generation of notebook, desktop, and gaming computers.
We are looking for an outstanding Senior Computer/SoC Architect who is ready to research, develop, and lead Intel architecture as we re-imagine how to build SoCs at Intel and in the semiconductor industry. This role is within the Intel Client Architecture team within Intel's highly regarded Client SOC Architecture (CSA) group, with primary US sites in Portland OR, Folsom CA, Santa Clara CA, and international sites in Israel, India, and Malaysia. Our purpose as a company is to 'create world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth' and this position is instrumental in furthering our mission to shape the future of technology.
Bring your visionary thinking and deep technical expertise to help define the next generation of SoC Architectures. Responsible for driving system-level design, power/performance/thermal tradeoffs, and architectural innovation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, software, and verification to deliver world-class silicon solutions. Analytical thinking and a structured approach are essential for navigating complex architectural challenges. Navigate emerging trends in AI, security, and connectivity to keep our solutions ahead of the curve.
Specify and document architectural requirements, system constraints, and performance goals. Participate in design reviews and provide technical leadership throughout the development life cycle. Research and evaluate new technologies to inform future architectural directions. You must demonstrate a proven track record in SoC design, with expertise in SOC Architecture, CPU HW/FW/SW interaction, IO subsystems, memory hierarchies, and fabric interconnects.
Your responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• An excellent opportunity to define the next generation of Intel Client SOC Architecture
• Informing and Influencing architectural direction from upper management and business group leaders
• Direct architecture for the entire product life cycle, from early pathfinding, through execution to silicon debug and beyond
• Collaborate across disciplines to identify technical solutions and assess key design trade-offs
• Define system/subsystem architecture for correct integration and optimized power/performance
• Author architecture specifications and facilitate correct implementation by development teams
• Work through ambiguity to make critical decisions, proactively mitigate problems, and ensure excellent technical work to achieve business results
• Actively engage with colleagues to achieve a common goal; mentor across the division to grow future technical contributors

The ideal candidate will have the following skills in addition to the qualifications listed below:

• Sustained technical accomplishments with impact on multiple projects.
• Willingness to lead cross-discipline teams and collaborate in a high paced atmosphere
• Be a self-motivator with strong problem-solving skills, able to deal with ambiguity
• Have leadership skills and the willingness to mentor junior architects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong background in one or more of the following:

• System-on-Chip integration
• Power Management
• Caching and Memory Coherency/Consistency
• Memory Hierarchy/Systems
• Coherent and IO Fabrics/Interconnects
• High Speed IO
• Visual, Audio, and Neural Network Compute Accelerator IPs
• Broad knowledge of computer systems (software, hardware, firmware, silicon)
• Performance, power, and use case modeling expertise and understanding

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar field of study. 10+ years of diverse system-on-chip architecture, design, verification, firmware, and implementation experience.
Preferred Qualifications:

• Sustained technical accomplishments with impact on multiple industry leading projects.
• Willingness to lead cross-discipline teams and collaborate in a high paced atmosphere
• Be a self-motivator with strong problem-solving skills, able to deal with ambiguity
• Possess leadership skills and the willingness to mentor junior architects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong background in one or more of the following:

• System-on-Chip integration
• Power Management
• Caching and Memory Coherency/Consistency
• Memory Hierarchy/Systems
• Coherent and IO Fabrics/Interconnects
• High Speed IO
• Visual, Audio, and Neural Network Compute Accelerator IPs
• Broad knowledge of computer systems (software, hardware, firmware, silicon)
• Performance, power, and use case modeling expertise and understanding

          

Job Type:Experienced Hire

Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, California, Folsom

Additional Locations:US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Business group:The Client Computing Group (CCG) is responsible for driving business strategy and product development for Intel's PC products and platforms, spanning form factors such as notebooks, desktops, 2 in 1s, all in ones. Working with our partners across the industry, we intend to deliver purposeful computing experiences that unlock people's potential - allowing each person use our products to focus, create and connect in ways that matter most to them. As the largest business unit at Intel, CCG is investing more heavily in the PC, ramping its capabilities even more aggressively, and designing the PC experience even more deliberately, including delivering a predictable cadence of leadership products. As a result, we are able to fuel innovation across Intel, providing an important source of IP and scale, as well as help the company deliver on its purpose of enriching the lives of every person on earth.

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 TrustThis role is a Position of Trust. Should you accept this position, you must consent to and pass an extended Background Investigation, which includes (subject to country law), extended education, SEC sanctions, and additional criminal and civil checks. For internals, this investigation may or may not be completed prior to starting the position. For additional questions, please contact your Recruiter.

Benefits:

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation.  Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here:

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Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US:

$247,810.00-$349,850.00

Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience.

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.