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GPU Software Development Engineer
IntelUS, Oregon, Hillsboro$150k – $211kPosted 17 May 2026
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Job Description:
The world is transforming - and so is Intel. Intel is a company of bold and curious inventors and problem solvers who create some of the most astounding technology advancements and experiences in the world. With a legacy of relentless innovation and a commitment to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth, our diverse and brilliant teams are continually searching for tomorrow's technology and revel in the challenge that changing the world for the better brings. We work every single day to design and manufacture silicon products that empower people's digital lives. Come join us and do something wonderful.
The Role and Impact:
Intel is at the forefront of innovation, designing and delivering cutting-edge technologies that power the digital world. As a GPU Software Development Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Intel GPUs and graphics solutions. This entry level role offers a unique opportunity to design, develop, and optimize software that enables Intel GPUs, spanning firmware, device drivers, APIs, and applications. Your contributions will be essential to ensuring Intel GPUs deliver exceptional performance and functionality across diverse platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and bring revolutionary technologies to market, driving Intel's success in graphics and computing solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and validate system software for Intel GPUs across firmware, device drivers, APIs, and high-level application layers.
Collaborate on pre-silicon simulation and emulation, silicon power-on, and post-silicon development phases.
Optimize tools, infrastructure, and technologies to enhance GPU performance.
Adapt existing driver functionality to hardware changes for upcoming platforms.
Debug and troubleshoot Linux kernel and system-level software issues.
Contribute to open-source communities by upstreaming patches and coordinating major driver enhancements.
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. Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your degree, research and or relevant previous job and or internship experiences.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with 5 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with 4 years of relevant experience OR Ph.D. with 1 year of relevant experience.
5 years of experience in C, C and Open-Source graphics.
5 years of experience developing system software for Linux OS, including familiarity with Linux OS concepts such as virtual memory, caches, and debugging tools (e.g., GDB).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with GPU APIs such as CUDA, OpenCL, ROCm, oneAPI Level Zero, or SYCL.
Familiarity with parallel programming, HPC, AI, or ML software development.
Contributions to open-source projects, particularly in the realm of 3D drivers, Vulkan/OpenGL APIs, or Mesa 3D.
Expertise in debugging software across hardware and software layers.
Experience developing scalable MPI applications or applications for discrete GPUs.
Strong understanding of the software engineering development lifecycle.
Knowledge of PCIe protocols and configuration space.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, Rust, or Go.
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Additional Locations:
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