Senior Clock Architecture & Design Engineer
Intel2 Locations$142k – $269kPosted 3 May 2026
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Job Description:
Join a team that defines the heartbeat of next-generation CPUs.
We are looking for a Senior Clock Architecture & Design Engineer
a pivotal role in developing the clocking architecture for Intel's next-generation flagship CPUs. You'll work at the cutting edge of semiconductor technology, implementing clock solutions on the industry's most advanced process nodes.
What You'll Do
Drive Innovation in Clock Architecture:
Architect and implement sophisticated clock distribution networks for high-frequency flagship CPU designs
Pioneer custom clock solutions that push the boundaries of performance and power efficiency
Design breakthrough custom circuits and library cells that enable next-generation processor capabilities
Lead Technical Excellence:
Develop and optimize advanced clock tree synthesis flows for complex, multi-billion transistor designs
Collaborate with world-class architecture, physical design, and validation teams to deliver industry-leading solutions
Interface with cutting-edge EDA vendors to shape the future of design automation tools
Make Your Mark
Contribute to products that power millions of devices worldwide
Work on flagship CPU designs that define industry standards
Solve complex technical challenges in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment
Behavioral traits that we are looking for:
Exhibits strong problem ownership and follows designs through architecture, implementation, and signoff
Uses data‑driven decision‑making to resolve complex technical tradeoffs
Influences design direction through collaboration and technical expertise
Adapts effectively to changing priorities in a fast‑paced development environment
Provides technical guidance or mentorship as appropriate within project teams
Demonstrates consistency, reliability, and accountability in meeting project commitments
Why This Role Matters
This isn't just another engineering position, it's an opportunity to influence the performance of Intel's most critical products. You'll work with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with industry experts, and see your innovations impact computing performance worldwide.
Ready to engineer the future of high-performance computing?
This role offers the perfect blend of technical depth, innovation opportunity, and career growth within one of the semiconductor industry's most respected teams.
Intel invests in our people and offers a complete and competitive package of benefits employees and their families through every stage of life.
See Intel Benefits for more details.
Qualifications:
You must possess the minimum education requirements and minimum required qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Additional preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
Minimum qualifications and experience that will get you noticed:
Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related STEM field and 5 years of experience. Or a Master's in the same field and 3 years of experience or a PhD and 1 years experience.
Your experience listed above must be in the following:
Experience in physical design, clock tree synthesis (CTS) and static timing analysis
Strong background in custom circuits, transistor-level design and spice simulations
Strong programming skills and proficiency in industry-standard scripting languages
Preferred qualifications and experience that will make you stand out:
Hands on experience in high frequency custom clock network design on leading edge technology nodes
Experience in clocking architecture, PLL/DLL architecture and design
Expertise in timing constraint adaptation and timing closure methodologies
Expertise in fullchip design tools and flows
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, Texas, Austin
Additional Locations:
US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Business group:
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