CPU RTL Design Engineer

Job Details Intel is shaping the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. Our work in AI, analytics, and cloud‑to‑edge technology is at the heart of countless innovations. With a career at Intel, you'll have the opportunity to use technology to power major breakthroughs and create enhancements that improve our everyday quality of life. Role and Impact As a CPU Logic Design Engineer, you will play a central role in shaping Intel's next‑generation processors. You will focus on designing and optimizing the logic for our cutting‑edge CPUs, enabling the development of cell libraries, functional units, and CPU IP blocks for integration into full‑chip designs. Your contributions will directly influence Intel's mission to deliver industry‑leading performance, energy efficiency, and design innovation. Key Responsibilities Design and optimize logic structures, register transfer level (RTL) coding, and simulation for CPU development. Collaborate on defining architecture and microarchitecture features of CPU designs, ensuring alignment with power, performance, and area goals. Apply logic optimization strategies to meet timing, power, and design integrity requirements. Document microarchitectural specifications (MAS) for the CPU features being designed. Work closely with SoC customers to facilitate high‑quality integration and functionality of the CPU IP block. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science with 6+ years of experience; OR Master's degree with 4+ years of experience; OR PhD with 2+ years of experience. Proficiency in RTL design using Verilog, V2K, or System Verilog, with extensive knowledge of hardware modeling and logic debug environments. Experience with energy‑efficient and low‑power logic design, including high‑frequency optimization techniques. Hands‑on experience with static timing analysis, cross‑clock domain crossings, UPF, and lint checks. Scripting proficiency in languages such as Python, Perl, or TCL. Preferred Qualifications Deep knowledge of Intel Architecture ISA and system architecture, including x86 assembly language. Background in high‑speed circuit design and optimization for datapaths, circuits, and arrays. Familiarity with circuit planning, timing convergence, and CPU architecture fundamentals. Benefits Intel offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, stock bonuses, health, retirement, and vacation programs. Additional details are available through Intel Careers. Employment Details Job Type: Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Texas, Austin Additional Locations: US, Oregon, Hillsboro Annual Salary Range (US): $141,910.00 – $269,100.00 USD Work Model: On‑site presence Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Intel