CPU Performance Architect
About the job
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Electronics and Communications Engineering, or a related computing discipline and 4+ years of related experience; or a Master's degree in those fields and 3+ years of related experience; or a PhD in those fields and related experience.
- Experience with high-performance microarchitecture techniques and research.
- Experience with CPU architecture and microarchitecture simulators, tracing technologies, and performance analysis.
- At least 6 months of experience or coursework with C++.
- Develop and drive end-to-end CPU architecture specifications for highly optimized, modular, and scalable CPUs based on hardware features, requirements, and hardware-software interoperability throughout the product life cycle.
- Understand CPU requirements and define performance, power, frequency, and area targets and features that meet those requirements.
- Evaluate feasibility trade-offs and explore and define new approaches and CPU architectures.
- Invent, conceptualize, and specify architectural and microarchitecture features to deliver optimized CPU requirements for multiple segments, from high-performance computing to extreme low-power products.
- Model CPU performance and power and analyze bottlenecks of current CPUs on workloads reflecting future CPU usage.
- Develop tests, test plans, and testing infrastructure for new CPU architectures and features; perform functional modeling simulations; and analyze test results using advanced statistics and data predictions to benchmark performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Provide experimental or proof-of-concept changes to propose design alternatives that meet performance, power, area, and timing constraints.
- Collaborate with architects, design engineers, verification engineers, and validation engineers during project execution.
- Define new microarchitecture and find mitigations for issues arising during feature implementation to improve CPU design and overcome bottlenecks and constraints.
- A PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Electronics and Communications Engineering, or a related discipline.
- An internship or experience in a CPU design or verification role.
- Advanced object-oriented programming skills with C++ and the Standard Template Library.
About the company
Intel designs and manufactures semiconductor chips, with a focus on microprocessors for personal computers, servers, and other devices. Its core product is the CPU on a single silicon chip, which executes instructions, handles arithmetic and logic operations, and coordinates the work of other computer components. Intel originated in memory chips but shifted decisively to microprocessors in the 1980s, becoming a central supplier for the PC era after the IBM partnership and its famous x86 processor line. This shift, large-scale manufacturing, and close ties with computer makers set Intel apart from competitors who remained focused on memory or other components. The company aims to power computing by delivering high-performance, energy-efficient silicon solutions that drive a wide range of computing devices and applications.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Santa Clara, California
Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 23, 2026 Q2 revenue hit $16.1 billion, up 25% year over year.
- Intel raised 2026 capex above $20 billion after stronger customer demand signals.
- September 29, 2026 OpenShell expanded Intel's enterprise AI toolkit with policy enforcement.
What critics are saying
- Intel's 10% government stake faces shareholder litigation in Delaware and Supreme Court filings.
- Intel Foundry still depends on a few customers; external revenue remains only 5%.
- AMD's 2026 data-center momentum and TSMC process lead pressure Intel's turnaround and margins.
What makes Intel unique
- Intel's x86 installed base still anchors PC and server software compatibility in 2026.
- Intel's 2026 Open Edge Platform bundles industrial AI software around Intel silicon.
- Intel 18A tooling supports integrated design, manufacturing, and foundry control unmatched by fabless rivals.
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We Invest in Your Life and Career: Intel offers a complete and competitive package of benefits1 that demonstrates how much we care for employees and their families through every stage of life.
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↓ -2%AMD's market capitalisation now stands at around $1 trillion, approximately 60% higher than Intel's $622 billion, reversing a dramatic shift from 2016 when Intel was worth 28 times more than AMD. AMD recently announced an $8.2 billion acquisition of AI firm World Labs, exceeding AMD's entire market value from a decade ago. The company's data centre segment revenue reached $6.7 billion in Q2 2026, surpassing Intel's $6.3 billion in the same category. AMD's server processor market share has grown from 3.2% in late 2018 to 34.5% by Q2 2026. The company's success partly stems from using Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing's advanced processes whilst Intel struggled with its own manufacturing capabilities. Intel's foundry division remains central to its turnaround strategy, though outside customers currently represent only 5% of foundry revenue.
Intel plans to spend more than $20 billion on chip plants and equipment in 2026, exceeding the $14.9 billion its operations generated over the past year. The company raised its capital expenditure budget during its fiscal Q2 2026 earnings call, citing strong demand that continues to outpace supply. Management said server CPU demand outlook has improved and forecast 2027 spending to significantly exceed 2026 levels. Intel reported $40 billion in liquidity, including cash and a credit line, and may tap capital markets if growth continues. Operating cash flow reached $7 billion in Q2 2026, with revenue growing 25.4% year-over-year. However, investors pay approximately $10.80 for each dollar of Intel's annual sales, compared to $3.10 for the S&P 500. The company reported an $11.3 billion net loss over the past twelve months.
ConnX to integrate Intel Edge AI technology into MaestroIQ(TM) platform. Technology · OCT 2, 2026 PR Newswire Collaboration aims to bring real-time operational intelligence closer to transportation, manufacturing and other mission-critical environments PLAINSBORO T... Collaboration aims to bring real-time operational intelligence closer to transportation, manufacturing and other mission-critical environments PLAINSBORO TOWNSHIP, N.J., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - ConnX, a provider of AI-powered operational intelligence software for mission-critical industries, today announced it is integrating Intel edge computing technology into its MaestroIQ(TM) Shared Intelligence Layer. The initiative is designed to help transportation, manufacturing and other distributed operations correlate fragmented data sources and respond to developing issues faster. For cities and transportation operators, this real-time intelligence can improve situational awareness, enable faster response to safety or service disruptions, and support safer, more resilient operations. The pairing of the Intel Core Ultra Series 3 platform with ConnX's MaestroIQ(TM) platform ingests and correlates signals from networks, applications, cybersecurity systems, vehicles and industrial assets. ConnX selected the technology because it complements ConnX's orchestration and industry application layer, letting the two platforms turn distributed infrastructure data into actionable intelligence. The combined architecture is designed to process data closer to the point of operation rather than in a centralized data center. "Intelligence increasingly needs to operate where the physical business happens, across vehicles, factories, stores and critical infrastructure, not just in the data center," said Indrajit Ghosh, CEO of ConnX. "Working with Intel's edge technology helps us move customers from isolated AI pilots toward operational AI they can act on in real time." Unlike point solutions that address only compute or only software orchestration, the combined solution is designed to pair Intel's Edge AI foundation with ConnX's shared intelligence layer, helping operators detect and respond to issues faster across transportation, asset and infrastructure operations. ConnX and Intel plan to begin joint proof of value demonstrations within the initial 90 days of the collaboration, with additional details to follow as the work progresses. It builds on ConnX's existing MaestroIQ(TM) deployments across transportation, manufacturing, retail and other mission-critical sectors. ConnX will share additional details about the collaboration, including customer outcomes, as they become available. To learn more about ConnX's operational intelligence solutions, visit connxai.com. About ConnX ConnX provides AI-powered connectivity, communications, cybersecurity and operational-intelligence solutions for mission-critical enterprises and public-sector organizations. Through its MaestroIQ(TM) Shared Intelligence Layer and portfolio of industry-specific solutions, ConnX helps organizations connect fragmented IT, OT, communications, security and operational systems to improve visibility, resilience and decision-making. ConnX serves organizations across transportation, retail, manufacturing, critical infrastructure and other distributed enterprise environments. This release references a technical collaboration involving Intel and is subject to Intel review prior to publication. Any statements regarding future collaboration activities, product development, or solution availability should be reviewed and approved by Intel and ConnX legal and communications teams before publication. (C) Intel, the Intel logo and other Intel marks are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries. ConnX, MaestroIQ and associated ConnX solution names are trademarks of ConnX or its affiliates. SOURCE ConnX, Inc. Published by News Desk · WeeklyReviewer The WeeklyReviewer news desk monitors breaking developments around the clock - sourcing, verifying, and publishing real-time industry news across business, technology, politics, science, sports, and world affairs. Every story that comes through the Live Wire is reviewed for accuracy before publication, keeping our readers ahead of the curve without the noise.
ConnX is integrating Intel edge computing technology into its MaestroIQ™ Shared Intelligence Layer to deliver real-time operational intelligence for transportation, manufacturing, and other mission-critical industries. The collaboration pairs Intel Core Ultra Series 3 with ConnX's platform to process data from networks, applications, cybersecurity systems, vehicles, and industrial assets closer to where operations occur. The combined solution aims to help organisations correlate fragmented data sources and respond faster to developing issues. For cities and transportation operators, this could improve situational awareness and enable quicker responses to safety or service disruptions. ConnX and Intel plan to begin joint proof of value demonstrations within 90 days. The initiative builds on ConnX's existing MaestroIQ™ deployments across transportation, manufacturing, retail, and critical infrastructure sectors.
Intel granted the US government a 10% equity stake in early 2026, triggering shareholder litigation. The move comes as investors weigh the struggling American chipmaker against Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing. Intel reported FY 2025 revenue of $52.9 billion, down 0.5% year-over-year, with a net loss of $267 million. Free cash flow was negative at $4.9 billion. TSMC's FY 2025 revenue reached $122.4 billion, up 32% from the prior year. The pure-play foundry posted net income of $55.1 billion and generated $32.2 billion in free cash flow. Intel faces ongoing litigation over the government stake and struggles to regain technical leadership. TSMC confronts geopolitical risks tied to its concentrated manufacturing footprint.