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In this role, you'll focus on schematic entry, simulation, and functionality verification, ensuring designs meet power, performance, and area goals. Your contributions will directly impact the development of high-performance solutions used across Intel's data center technologies. \nBusiness group\nYou will be part of the Data Center Group (DCG), a team dedicated to delivering innovative technology solutions that power the world's data centers and transform how businesses operate. By enabling advanced computing capabilities, the DCG team plays a critical role in supporting Intel's commitment to shaping the future of computing.\nWhat You’ll Do\nKey responsibilities will include but not limited to:\nDesign and optimize digital circuits for custom blocks, including SRAM, register files, memory compilers, and caches.\nPerform circuit design, schematic entry, simulation, and functionality verification for major blocks.\nCreate block-level DFT models, develop memory test tools, and enhance design flows/methodologies for improved efficiency.\nCollaborate with architecture, layout, and cross-functional teams to ensure optimal circuit performance, power, area, and yield.\nAnalyze and resolve circuit design issues, driving innovations to reduce leakage, optimize performance, and enhance robustness of circuits.\nCharacterize memory instances and memory compilers to ensure high-quality designs that meet specified design goals.\nBehavioral traits that we are looking for:\nCuriosity and Learning Agility: Demonstrates a passion for learning new technologies, seeks feedback, and quickly applies new knowledge to solve challenges.\nProblem-Solving Mindset: Approaches technical challenges with analytical thinking, creativity, and a willingness to explore innovative solutions.\nAttention to Detail: Produces high-quality work, values accuracy, and understands the importance of precision in semiconductor design.\nInitiative and Ownership: Takes responsibility for assigned work, proactively identifies opportunities for improvement, and follows through on commitments.\nCollaboration and Teamwork: Works effectively with diverse teams, shares knowledge, and contributes to a positive and inclusive team environment.\nCommunication Skills: Clearly communicates technical concepts, asks thoughtful questions, and actively participates in discussions and reviews.\nAdaptability and Resilience: Thrives in a fast-paced environment\nIntel invests in our people and offers a complete and competitive package of benefits employees and their families through every stage of life.\nSee Intel Benefits for more details. \nQualifications:\nYou 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. Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.\nNote:\nFor information on Intel’s immigration sponsorship guidelines, please see\nIntel U.S. Immigration Sponsorship Information\nMinimum Qualifications and Experience:\nBachelors degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or relevant field with 1+ years of educational or work experience. Or a Master’s degree in same field with 3+ months of educational experience.\nYour experience described above must be in the following:\nCircuit simulation tools and methodologies.\nDigital circuit design, schematic entry, and verification processes.\nPreferred Qualifications and Experience:\nFamiliarity with designing circuits for power, performance, area, and yield optimization.\nUnderstanding of DFT models and memory characterization techniques.\nReady to Launch Your Career?\nIf you're excited about semiconductor technology, eager to learn from experienced engineers, and ready to contribute to products that impact millions of people around the world, we encourage you to apply.\nJoin Intel and help build the technologies that power the future.\nOur shared goal is to move quickly to attract and engage strong early-career talent while maintaining a high-quality candidate experience and efficient hiring process.\nJob Type:\nCollege GradShift:\nShift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location:\nUS, California, FolsomAdditional Locations:\nPosting Statement:\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of Trust\nN/ABenefits\nWe 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.\nAnnual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $105,650.00-149,150.00 USDThe range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Work Model for this Role\nThis role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.*\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. 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