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Job Details Job Description: The Role and Impact Join Intel’s IPU engineering team and play a critical role as the frontline technical interface with strategic customers. In this position, you will lead system-level debug and issue resolution for Intel’s networking IPU deployments and work directly with customers to diagnose and resolve complex HW/FW/SW issues in real-world environments. This is a highly visible role combining deep technical expertise with customer engagement, where your work directly impacts product success, deployment quality, and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Customer-Facing Debug & Support Act as the primary technical point of contact for customer-reported issues Lead real-time triage, debug, and resolution of complex system issues in customer environments Communicate findings, status, and mitigation plans clearly to customers and stakeholders System-Level Debug (HW / FW / SW) Investigate and debug issues across the full stack: silicon, firmware, drivers, and system software Reproduce field issues in lab environments and drive end-to-end root cause analysis Identify failing components (HW/FW/SW) and coordinate resolution across teams Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with architecture, design, validation, firmware, and software teams Drive escalations, align priorities, and ensure fast issue turnaround Contribute to debug methodologies, tools, and field-debug capabilities Customer Enablement & Continuous Improvement Support new customer use-cases and deployment enablement Improve debug workflows, visibility, and in-field diagnostics Capture and drive closure of systemic issues (escapees) Core Competencies Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities Ability to debug across multiple domains (HW + FW + SW) Excellent communication skills with external customers Ability to work under pressure and manage high-priority escalations Qualifications The Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Minimum qualifications listed below would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experience and / or schoolwork/classes/research. The preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field 5+ years of experience in system-level debug (HW/FW/SW) Strong experience with networking systems, drivers, and Linux environments Experience debugging complex silicon/system issues in lab or customer environments Preferred Qualifications Post Graduate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or in a related field Knowledge of IPU / SmartNIC / data center networking architectures Experience with PCIe, RDMA, Ethernet, virtualization, or cloud infrastructure Familiarity with debug tools, logs, and low-level interfaces (JTAG, trace, dumps) Prior experience in customer-facing engineering roles Why This Role Direct impact on customer success and product deployment Work at the intersection of silicon, networking, and large-scale systems High visibility with both internal leadership and strategic customers Job Type Experienced Hire Shift Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, California, Santa Clara Additional Locations: US, Oregon, Hillsboro Business Group The Central Engineering Group (CEG) is Intel's data-driven organization that builds scalable engineering solutions across three pillars: Product Enablement (IP, tools, and methodologies), Custom ASIC (leveraging existing IP for custom silicon), and Foundry Enablement (supporting top customers and validating technologies). The team focuses on customer-driven, end-to-end solutions with short development cycles to deliver measurable business impact across Intel's product and foundry businesses. Posting Statement All 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 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 USD The 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 This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
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When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.