Senior CPU Microcode Design Engineer
Intel2 Locations$142k – $269kPosted 27 March 2026
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Job Description:
The world is transforming — and so is Intel.
We are a company of bold inventors, curious problem‑solvers, and passionate technologists who build some of the most advanced computing products on the planet. With a legacy of relentless innovation, Intel is on a mission to create technologies that enrich the lives of every person on Earth.
If you are inspired by solving complex engineering challenges and want your work to directly shape the future of computing, come join us and do something wonderful.
The Role and Impact:
The CPU Microcode Team within Intel’s Silicon & Platform Engineering organization is seeking talented engineers with a passion for x86 architecture , microarchitecture , and low‑level firmware development .
As a CPU Microcode Design Engineer , you will design, implement, and optimize microcode features for Intel’s next‑generation CPU microprocessors . You will work in a highly collaborative, fast‑paced environment where innovation and curiosity drive every decision.
Your contributions will have a direct impact on the performance, reliability, and capability of Intel CPUs used worldwide.
Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Defining and developing innovative Architecture and Microarchitecture for Intel's next generation CPU Microprocessor.
Analyzing existing developed code, understanding and gathering new requirements, developing new algorithms or changes required, documenting for review and communication, creating and negotiating a development plan, writing the code, and debugging that code for functionality and performance requirements.
Interacting and communicating with Architecture, Logic design, and Validation teams to achieve their coding goals.
Supporting this code through tape-in and future steppings, either through patching or code rewrites.
Being a member of the Microcode team, you candidate will be also reviewing others' code and helping to improve group productivity and accuracy.
Behavioral traits that we are looking for:
Strong analytical skills and a passion for solving complex technical challenges.
Work effectively in cross‑functional engineering teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Self‑driven, organized, and comfortable owning tasks from concept to execution.
Qualifications:
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, /Computer Engineering or a related field with 6 years of experience. Or a Master's degree in the same field with 4 years of experience or PhD in the same field with 2 years of experience.
Your experience describe above must be in the following:
Firmware development in CPU microcode.
Computer Architecture and/or Micro Architecture techniques.
RTL logic design using Verilog and debug using industry standard tools.
Linux shell, Perl, or Python scripting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience simulator development using C x86 assembly programming.
Experience with performance analysis tools and techniques.
Join us in shaping the future of computing. Apply today to be part of Intel's mission to deliver exceptional technology that transforms the way the world lives, works, and connects.
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, Texas, Austin
Additional Locations:
US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Business group:
Silicon and Platform Engineering Group (SPE): Deliver breakthrough silicon and platform solutions that deliver industry-leading products today while also defining the next generation of computing experiences.
Posting Statement:
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