Senior Clock Architecture & Design Engineer
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Intel · Texas, AustinFull-timeOn-siteToday
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Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- 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:
- 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:
- Position of Trust
- N/A
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel .Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $141,910.00-269,100.00 USDThe range dispHealth insurancePaid time offEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonus
Additional Information
Job Details: 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.
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