Design, implement, and optimize microcode features for Intel’s next generation CPU microprocessors
Develop and optimize microcode to enable efficient execution of processor instructions
Participate in the definition of microcode architecture, partnering with processor architects
Collaborate with processor architects and design engineers to integrate microcode seamlessly into processor architecture
Conduct performance analysis to ensure reliability and effectiveness of microcode under various operating conditions and workloads
Identify opportunities for innovation and enhancement of microcode solutions

Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with 3+ years of experience
Master's degree in the same fields with 6+ months of educational or work experience
Experience in Computer Architecture and/or Micro Architecture techniques
RTL logic design using Verilog
Debugging using industry standard tools
Linux shell, Perl, or Python scripting
Simulator development using C/C++

CPU Microcode Design Engineer

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