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SOC Functional Validation Engineer

Intel Corporation Malaysia

hybridfull-time
Posted Feb 4, 2026

Role & seniority: Experienced Hire role in Intel’s Functional Validation (post-silicon validation) for CPUs/chipsets/boards; focus on SoC power management validation.

Stack/tools: Python, Perl, C, C++, assembly; firmware patches, test plans/cases, test execution; ability to read schematics/layout; debugging and root-cause analysis; collaboration with Architects, Design Engineers, and other Validation Engineers.

Top 3 responsibilities

  1. Develop firmware patches, test plans, and test cases; execute test solutions to identify bugs.

  2. Collaborate with Architects, Design Engineers, and CVE members; document test procedures, debug methods, and results; pursue solutions.

  3. Validate power management features against Intel specifications for next-gen SoCs; debug silicon-related anomalies.

Must-have skills

  • Bachelor’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science

  • 6+ years in a similar validation role

  • Good understanding of Intel x86 and computer architecture

  • Proficiency in Python, Perl, C, C++, and assembly

  • Ability to read boards/schematics and perform root-cause analysis

Nice-to-haves

  • In-depth understanding of modern SoC power management

  • Experience with silicon-related debugging challenges

  • Knowledge of AI applications for problem solving

  • Location & work type: Penang, Malaysia; Shift 1; hybrid work model (on-site and off-site).

Full Description

Job Details: Job Description: Functional Validation team is specifically chartered to perform post silicon validation on Intel's next generation platform including CPUs chipsets and board using custom designed hardware and software. Our product goal is to ensure Intel meets the Challenging Power Management schemes towards ensuring high quality System on Chip (SoC) that guarantees all the Power Management features are checked against the Intel Specification that is designed to meet customer usage models. Your responsibilities include developing firmware patch, test plan, test case, test content and execute these various test solutions towards bug finding. You will work along Architects, Design Engineers and other Validation Engineers in Client Validation Engineering (CVE), communicating effectively and with clarity, describing test procedures, debug methods, results and seek solutions. Qualifications: Minimum qualifications are required 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. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science 6+ years experience in similar role Good understanding of Intel's x86 and computer architecture Preferred qualifications In-depth understanding on modern SoC Power Management application Demonstrated competency in scripting and coding using Python, Perl, C, C++ and assembly language Ability to read and comprehend board and circuit schematics and layout Methodical thought process and root cause analysis towards debugging Silicon related anomaly Knowledge of AI and its applications in solving problem is a plus Job Type: Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (Malaysia) Primary Location: Malaysia, Penang Additional Locations: Business group: Silicon and Platform Engineering Group (SPE): Deliver breakthrough silicon and platform solutions that deliver industry-leading products today while also defining the next generation of computing experiences. 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 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. Intel’s official careers website. Find your next job and take on projects that shape tomorrow’s technology. Benefits Internships Life at Intel Locations Recruitment Process Discover your place in our world-changing work.

Functional ValidationPost Silicon ValidationPower ManagementFirmware DevelopmentTest PlanningDebuggingScriptingCodingCircuit SchematicsRoot Cause AnalysisAI ApplicationsIntel ArchitectureSoCPythonC++Perl

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