Director, SoC Design Engineering

About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced Director, SoC Design Engineering, to lead the functional verification efforts for cutting-edge system-on-chip (SoC) designs. In this strategic role, you will define and implement scalable and reusable verification methodologies that ensure first-pass silicon success. As a trusted domain expert, you will directly influence Intel's technical direction, mentor the next generation of engineers, and drive innovation that strengthens Intel's leadership in the semiconductor industry. This position offers a tremendous opportunity to shape the quality and performance of Intel products, ensuring they meet and exceed the expectations of customers worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Architect and define end-to-end SoC verification strategies, including simulation, emulation, and formal verification approaches, to validate complex SoC designs.
• Develop and execute block, subsystem, and SoC-level verification plans, including test benches and coverage models, to ensure compliance with microarchitecture specifications.
• Lead verification closure for critical interfaces, including AXI, ACE, CHI, and interconnect fabrics.
• Collaborate with SoC architects, RTL designers, and firmware teams to define verification hooks, assertions, and coverage metrics.
• Oversee the integration of multiple IPs such as PCIe Gen6/7, DDR5/6, and Ethernet into the SoC environment, driving verification success.
• Define and promote reusable UVM-based verification methodologies and automation flows for improved team productivity.
• Lead emulation and performance modeling efforts, including co-verification of digital designs with firmware and architectural simulations using advanced platforms like Palladium and Veloce.
• Debug and root cause complex issues in pre-silicon environments, implementing corrective measures to ensure design functionality and performance.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to technical leads and design verification engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Collaborate with post-silicon validation teams to incorporate learnings into future verification methodologies and infrastructure.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's or BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, with 12+ years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of people management experience.
• Expertise in SystemVerilog and UVM/OVM verification methodologies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of SoC microarchitecture, including coherency protocols, cache subsystems, and interconnect fabrics.
• Proven experience with high-speed protocols such as PCIe, DDR, AXI, CHI, or NoC.
• Hands-on experience with emulation and prototyping platforms (e.g., Palladium, Veloce, FPGA-based) and formal verification tools.
• Demonstrated ability