Job Details:

Job Description: 

Join Intel's Mission to Transform Tomorrow:  

The Silicon and Platform Engineering (SPE) team stands at the forefront of Intel's semiconductor innovation, driving the development and optimization of cutting-edge silicon technologies that power the world's most advanced computing solutions. As a critical bridge between design and manufacturing, SPE ensures Intel's processors meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and quality. Our team of world-class engineers tackles the most complex challenges in silicon validation, leveraging state-of-the-art debug methodologies and pioneering new techniques that define industry standards. Within SPE, the Pathfinding Engineer plays a pivotal role in advancing our post-silicon analysis capabilities, developing breakthrough tools and methodologies that enable rapid debug, failure analysis, and fault isolation (Debug/FA/FI). This position offers the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of hardware engineering and technology innovation, directly contributing to the silicon solutions that will shape the future of computing, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation across industries worldwide. 

Position Overview: We're seeking a skilled Pathfinding Engineer to lead post-silicon debug initiatives and advance optical tools development. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic innovation to solve complex semiconductor challenges. 

Key Responsibilities 

Technical Execution: 

• Develop and implement cutting-edge debug methodologies.

• Debug failing units using functional testers and advanced fault isolation techniques (Ebeam, LIT, XADA, TADA, LVP, IREM, TIVA, FIB, Circuit Edit, etc.).

• Apply deep product architecture knowledge to identify failures efficiently and accurately. 

Collaboration & Communication: 

• Partner closely with FIB, test, and design engineering teams to analyze and resolve complex issues. 

• Translate technical findings into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders. 

• Ensure customer requirements are understood and delivered on schedule.

Innovation & Leadership: 

• Define current and future debug lab requirements for Intel.

• Lead development projects that advance post-silicon debug capabilities. 

• Prepare for paradigm shifts in process technology roadmaps to ensure successful product launches. 

• Create new test patterns, software solutions, and proof-of-concept demonstrations. 

• Provide cross-functional technical leadership and knowledge sharing.

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What We're Looking For: 

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking. 

• Self-motivated professional who thrives with minimal supervision. 

• Strong passion for semiconductor design and deep technical curiosity.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to emerging technologies. 

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